Geological Survey
The US Geological Survey offers grants for scientific research, data collection, and mapping programs.
Get Funding to Fight Invasive Species in Water!
Are you involved with a Water Resources Research Institute in the US or its territories? This grant from the USGS offers funding to research and combat aquatic invasive species, protecting our vital water resources.
Get Funding for Water Resource Research in Illinois River Basin
This grant is for CESU-affiliated partners to conduct vital research on water availability and nitrate pollution in the Illinois River Basin. It funds the development and application of advanced groundwater modeling for regional and local assessments.
Get Funding for Wildfire & Invasive Species Research
Are you a CESU partner with expertise in vegetation and soil science? This grant supports research to combat invasive plants and improve wildfire resilience on semiarid military lands, directly benefiting large landscape management.
Get Funding for Coastal Research & Innovation
This cooperative agreement is for affiliated partners to conduct vital research on material movement between tidal wetlands and coastal waters. Funding supports data standardization, analysis of variability, and development of predictive models for informed coastal decision-making.
Secure Water Research Funding for Your Institute!
Water Resources Institutes and Centers across the US and its territories are eligible to receive funding for applied research aimed at improving water supply reliability and addressing critical water challenges. This grant supports innovative solutions, professional development in water fields, and effective dissemination of research findings to water managers and the public.
Secure Funding for Ecological Research & Resilience
Non-profits and research institutions can get funding to study how aridification impacts saguaro cacti in the Desert Southwest and develop strategies for their resilience. This grant supports vital research to protect iconic species and inform conservation efforts across public lands.
Get Funding for Water & Land Restoration Research
If you're a Desert Southwest CESU partner, secure funding for crucial research on vegetation changes and water use in river ecosystems. This grant supports science-driven monitoring and analysis of restoration projects, helping you understand plant health and drought impacts.
Unlock Funding for Great Lakes Ecosystem Research
This opportunity is for affiliated CESU partners seeking funding to conduct critical research on Grass Carp invasive species in the Great Lakes. Funds will support advanced acoustic telemetry to track fish movements and habitat use, informing management and control strategies to protect valuable fisheries.
Get Funding for Marine Research & Conservation!
Are you a CESU partner in the Gulf Coast region? This cooperative agreement offers funding to research the spatial ecology of large marine vertebrates, helping to manage vital species and ecosystems.
Get Funding for Ecological Research & Conservation
Eligible CESU partners can receive funding to conduct critical ecological research and provide technical assistance, focusing on integrating large datasets for conservation efforts. This opportunity supports the protection of biodiversity and the development of management strategies for protected species like sea turtles.
Unlock Funding for Coral Research & Restoration
Are you a CESU partner with expertise in marine biology or husbandry? This cooperative agreement funds critical research into soft coral propagation techniques, directly aiding Gulf of Mexico restoration efforts. Secure funding to advance scientific understanding and best practices for coral resilience.
Secure Research Funding: Climate Impact on Arctic Forages
This grant funds research into how climate change affects the nutrient availability of arctic forage plants crucial for caribou and muskoxen survival. Businesses and researchers can explore the long-term impacts of temperature and phenological shifts on these vital food sources.
Unlock Funding for Freshwater Mussel Research
This grant is for organizations and institutions focused on ecological research, specifically to develop new methods for cultivating various freshwater mussel species. Funding supports advancements in aquatic ecosystem studies and conservation efforts.
Get Funding for Ecosystem Research & Conservation
If your organization partners with the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) and has expertise in wildlife, conservation, or ecological modeling, you could receive funding for critical research projects. This opportunity supports ongoing work like the Wyoming Basin Rapid Ecoregional Assessment (REA).
Get Funding for Coastal Ecosystem Research
Small businesses and research institutions can secure funding to develop cutting-edge remote sensing technology for mapping and monitoring coastal ecosystems. This opportunity aims to advance flood inundation and canopy structure mapping, with global implications.
Unlock Funding for Research & Resource Assessments
Are you a CESU Partner in the Colorado Plateau region? This grant from the US Geological Survey can fund the development of crucial research products focused on resource assessments and the value of scientific information.
Get Funding for Climate Research in Water Availability
This grant funds research on how changing climate impacts soil water availability and its effect on plant life in western US ecosystems. Businesses can receive support for studies crucial to understanding and adapting to water cycle shifts.
Fund Your Research: Scientific Innovation Grants
This grant supports research focused on understanding and modeling high-elevation white pine species in California's national parks. Eligible applicants can receive funding to conduct vital ecological studies contributing to conservation efforts.
Get Funding for Salt Marsh Research & Restoration
If your organization is a CESU partner, you can apply for funding to research and develop innovative techniques for understanding and managing salt marsh changes in estuarine environments, including the Chesapeake Bay. This grant supports critical ecological and geomorphic research to address sea level rise, land use impacts, and restoration efforts.
Get Funding for Drought Research in Dryland Ecosystems
Colorado Plateau CESU Partners can receive funding to conduct critical research on ecohydrological simulations that will quantify drought conditions in dryland ecosystems. This opportunity aims to better understand past and predict future drought patterns for ecological benefit.