Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program

Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program is sponsored by NOAA/NOS/National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science/Competitive Research Program. This program solicits proposals for research to improve the understanding of mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) in American Samoa.

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gov Maintenance Calendar NOAA-NOS-NCCOS-2019-2005821 2019 Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program: American Samoa Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:NOAA-NOS-NCCOS-2019-2005821 Funding Opportunity Title:2019 Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program: American Samoa Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Cooperative Agreement Category of Funding Activity:Environment Science and Technology and other Research and Development Expected Number of Awards:1 Assistance Listings:11.

478 -- Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research Coastal Ocean Program Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:No Last Updated Date:Jan 29, 2019 Original Closing Date for Applications:Jan 17, 2019 Current Closing Date for Applications:Feb 28, 2019 Archive Date:Mar 30, 2019 Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 2,400,000 Eligible Applicants:Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility:Eligible applicants for Federal financial assistance in this competition are institutions of higher education, other non-profits, state, local, Indian Tribal Governments, U.S. Territories, and for-profit organizations.

Federal agencies that possess the statutory authority to receive transfers of funds are eligible to submit applications for intra- or interagency funds transfers through this competition. NOAA supports cultural and gender diversity and encourages women and minority individuals and groups to submit applications to NOAA programs.

In addition, DOC/NOAA is strongly committed to broadening the participation of historically black colleges and universities, Hispanic serving institutions, tribal colleges and universities, and institutions that work in underserved areas. DOC/NOAA encourages applications involving any of the above institutions to apply.

## Additional Information Agency Name:Department of Commerce Description:The purpose of this document is to advise the public that NOAA/NOS/National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science/Competitive Research Program, in partnership with NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, is soliciting proposals under the Deep Coral Reef Ecosystem Studies Program for a project up to four years in duration to conduct research to improve the understanding of mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) in American Samoa.

MCEs are characterized by the presence of light-dependent corals and associated communities typically found at depths from 30-40 m and extending to over 150 m in some tropical and subtropical regions. MCEs may be regarded as extensions of shallow coral ecosystems including sharing common species, but also contain species unique to mesophotic depths.

This information will be used to improve the ability of resource managers to proactively develop strategies to manage and protect poorly understood mesophotic coral ecosystems. Funding is contingent upon the availability of Fiscal Year 2019 Federal appropriations. If funds become available for this program, one project is expected to be supported for up to four years, with an approximate annual budget of up to $600,000.

Link to Additional Information:[](https://grants. gov/search-results-detail/309680) Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Mrs. Laurie Golden 240-533-0285 1305 EAST WEST HWY, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3281 #### Health & Human Services * Frequently Asked Questions ## Your session will expire in 3 minutes. To continue working, click on the "OK" button below.

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