Opportunity Information: Apply for G18AS00049
The Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Rocky Mountain CESU funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G18AS00049) is a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) discretionary grant offered under the Department of the Interior. It is issued as a cooperative agreement, meaning the project is expected to involve substantial involvement or collaboration with USGS during the period of performance rather than functioning as a completely independent, hands-off award. The program sits within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity category and is associated with CFDA number 15.808.
The opportunity is specifically targeted to a CESU partner within the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit network, with eligibility listed as "Others" and clarified through the CESU partner requirement. In practical terms, this is not an open call for any organization; it is meant for institutions that are already part of the CESU partnership framework, which is designed to connect federal agencies with universities and other research partners to address applied science needs on public lands.
The project focus is plant pathology and invasive or emerging disease risk on U.S. public lands, organized into three connected research themes. First, the award supports work to improve prediction of novel plant-pathogen interactions that may occur after a pathogen invades or is introduced, with an emphasis on anticipating which new host-pathogen pairings could emerge and become problematic in public-land ecosystems. Second, it funds foundational research to define the basic geography, likely insect vectors, and host range of a novel oak pathogen. This implies surveying where the pathogen is present or could spread, identifying insects that may transmit it, and determining which oak species or other hosts can be infected or carry the organism. Third, the opportunity supports development of molecular methods to improve identification of organisms associated with this novel oak pathogen, which commonly means creating or refining lab-based diagnostic tools (for example, DNA-based assays) that can more accurately detect the pathogen itself and related or co-occurring organisms that may influence disease dynamics, spread, or detection reliability.
Administratively, the total funding available is capped at $49,482 (the award ceiling), and USGS anticipated making a single award. The opportunity was created on May 29, 2018, with an original application closing date of June 12, 2018, indicating a short turnaround window typical of some targeted CESU awards. Overall, the grant is a small, focused research award intended to generate practical, actionable science for managing invasive or emerging plant diseases on public lands, especially those affecting oaks, while also advancing predictive tools and molecular diagnostics that can be used for early detection and response.Apply for G18AS00049
- The Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Rocky Mountain CESU" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 29, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 12, 2018. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $49,482.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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What is the name and number of this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Rocky Mountain CESU funding opportunity with Funding Opportunity Number (FON) G18AS00049.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) under the Department of the Interior.
Is this funding offered as a grant or a cooperative agreement?
It is issued as a cooperative agreement. That means the project is expected to include substantial involvement or collaboration with USGS during the period of performance, rather than being a fully independent, hands-off award.
What program category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity sits within the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity category.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The associated CFDA number is 15.808.
Who is eligible to apply?
This opportunity is specifically targeted to a CESU partner within the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network. Eligibility is listed as "Others," but it is clarified through the requirement that the applicant be a Rocky Mountain CESU partner. In practical terms, this is not an open call for any organization.
Is this an open competition for any university, nonprofit, or company?
No. Based on the eligibility description provided, it is intended for institutions that are already part of the Rocky Mountain CESU partnership framework.
What is the overall scientific focus of the project?
The project focus is plant pathology and invasive or emerging disease risk on U.S. public lands, with an emphasis on generating practical, actionable science for early detection and response.
How is the project scope organized?
The work is organized into three connected research themes: (1) improving prediction of novel plant-pathogen interactions after a pathogen invades or is introduced, (2) foundational research on the geography, likely insect vectors, and host range of a novel oak pathogen, and (3) development of molecular methods to improve identification of organisms associated with the novel oak pathogen.
What does "improving prediction of novel plant-pathogen interactions" mean in this context?
It refers to anticipating which new host-pathogen pairings could emerge after a pathogen invades or is introduced, particularly which interactions could become problematic in public-land ecosystems.
What does the opportunity mean by "foundational research" on a novel oak pathogen?
It implies work to define the basic geography of the pathogen (where it is present or could spread), identify likely insect vectors that may transmit it, and determine the host range (which oak species or other hosts can be infected or carry the organism).
What are "molecular methods" in the context of this project?
Molecular methods commonly refer to lab-based diagnostic tools, such as DNA-based assays, that can more accurately detect the pathogen itself and identify related or co-occurring organisms that may influence disease dynamics, spread, or detection reliability.
Does this opportunity specifically involve oaks?
Yes. One of the three research themes is centered on a novel oak pathogen, including its distribution, vectors, host range, and improved molecular identification methods for organisms associated with it.
Where is the work intended to be relevant?
The work is intended to be relevant to U.S. public lands, focusing on invasive or emerging plant disease risks and management needs in those ecosystems.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The total funding available is capped at $49,482, which is the award ceiling listed for the opportunity.
How many awards does USGS expect to make?
USGS anticipated making a single award.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on May 29, 2018.
What was the original application deadline?
The original application closing date was June 12, 2018.
How quickly did applicants have to respond after the opportunity was posted?
Based on the dates provided (May 29, 2018 to June 12, 2018), the window was short, reflecting a quick turnaround typical of some targeted CESU awards.
What is a CESU partnership framework, as described here?
As described, the CESU partnership framework is designed to connect federal agencies with universities and other research partners to address applied science needs on public lands. This opportunity is specifically tied to the Rocky Mountain CESU network.
What type of outcomes is this award intended to support?
It is intended to support small, focused research that produces practical, actionable science for managing invasive or emerging plant diseases on public lands, while also advancing predictive tools and molecular diagnostics for early detection and response.
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