Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research Coastal Ocean Program

Objective

NOAA’s Competitive Research Program (CRP), within NCCOS, funds peer-reviewed, collaborative research that produces actionable science and tools to support management and policy decisions protecting public health, coastal ecosystems, and community economies. With more than 30 years of experience, CRP addresses critical coastal challenges such as harmful algal blooms, hypoxia, coastal change, resiliency, and ecosystem-based management at regional and national scales.

Who Can Apply

• Unrestricted by Entity Type

Institutions of higher education, not-for- profit institutions, State, local and Indian tribal governments, commercial organizations and Federal agencies. Foreign researchers may apply as subawards through an eligible US entity. All applicants will be treated equally in the competitive process.

Who Benefits

• Unrestricted by Entity Type

Organizations and individuals utilizing science in effectively managing the Nation’s coastal resources.

Assistance Types

• Cooperative Agreement

Program Contact

david.kidwell@noaa.gov
202-670-3440