Opportunity Information: Apply for G19AS00035
The Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU), Californian CESU opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number G19AS00035) is a discretionary research funding announcement from the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It is issued as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the agency expects to be actively involved in the project (for example through coordination, shared resources, or collaboration during the work). The opportunity sits in the Science and Technology/Research and Development category and is associated with CFDA 15.808.
The purpose of the project is to support applied conservation genetics research focused on the federally endangered California Freshwater Shrimp (Syncaris pacifica). The central aim is to generate practical recommendations that can guide management, conservation, and recovery actions by analyzing how genetic variation is structured across the species. In other words, the work is intended to move beyond basic biology and produce information that directly affects decision-making for endangered species recovery planning.
A major component of the study is population genetic analysis. The research will estimate how many distinct gene pools exist within the species, how far each gene pool extends geographically, and the effective population sizes of those genetic groupings. These outputs are commonly used to understand whether populations are isolated, whether gene flow is occurring, and whether genetic diversity is being lost through drift or bottlenecks. The project is designed so the genetic findings can be interpreted in a management context, including evaluating whether additional recovery actions may be necessary to maintain or increase genetic diversity, and whether genetic limitations could affect the success of reintroduction efforts. In practical terms, the results could inform how populations are prioritized, whether translocation between areas is advisable, and how reintroduction or augmentation plans should account for genetic compatibility and long-term viability.
The announcement indicates the project requires a researcher with strong, specialized qualifications: extensive knowledge of freshwater crustacean biology; hands-on experience with population genetics laboratory methods; the ability to conduct and interpret statistical genetic analyses; and the ability to translate technical genetic results into clear, defensible management recommendations for an endangered species. This combination suggests the expected deliverables are not just datasets or academic conclusions, but guidance that managers can use for recovery strategies.
Funding for the project is relatively small and targeted, with an award ceiling of $49,000 and an expectation of a single award. The opportunity was created on March 4, 2019, with an original closing date of March 18, 2019, indicating a short application window at the time it was posted. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others" with additional clarification referenced in the full eligibility text, consistent with CESU opportunities that often route awards through participating CESU network institutions and partners.Apply for G19AS00035
- 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 (CESU), Californian 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 Mar 04, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 18, 2019. (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 $49,000.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Californian CESU funding opportunity, Funding Opportunity Number G19AS00035.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is from the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
What type of award is this (grant, contract, cooperative agreement)?
It is issued as a cooperative agreement. That typically means USGS expects to be actively involved during the project (for example through coordination, shared resources, or collaboration while the work is being carried out).
What is the primary purpose of the project?
The project is intended to support applied conservation genetics research focused on the federally endangered California Freshwater Shrimp (Syncaris pacifica), with the goal of producing practical recommendations that guide management, conservation, and recovery actions.
Which species is the focus of the research?
The work focuses on the California Freshwater Shrimp (Syncaris pacifica), which is federally listed as endangered.
What research area or category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is in the Science and Technology / Research and Development category.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 15.808.
What does "applied conservation genetics" mean in the context of this project?
In this announcement, "applied" means the genetic research is meant to move beyond basic biology and produce information that can directly influence real-world decisions for endangered species recovery planning and management.
What are the major scientific tasks described in the announcement?
A major component is population genetic analysis intended to determine how genetic variation is structured across the species and to generate management-relevant conclusions from that structure.
What specific population genetics outputs are expected?
The announcement describes estimating: (1) how many distinct gene pools exist within the species, (2) how far each gene pool extends geographically, and (3) the effective population sizes of those genetic groupings.
How could the genetic results be used for management and recovery decisions?
The genetic findings are intended to be interpreted in a management context, including evaluating whether additional recovery actions may be needed to maintain or increase genetic diversity, and whether genetic limitations could affect the success of reintroduction efforts.
What kinds of conservation actions could the results potentially inform?
Based on the announcement, results could help inform how populations are prioritized, whether translocation between areas is advisable, and how reintroduction or augmentation plans should consider genetic compatibility and long-term viability.
Why does the announcement emphasize gene pools, geographic extent, and effective population size?
These measures are commonly used to understand whether populations are isolated, whether gene flow is occurring, and whether genetic diversity may be declining due to drift or bottlenecks. The announcement indicates these are the kinds of conclusions needed for recovery planning.
What qualifications does the announcement indicate the researcher should have?
The opportunity calls for a researcher with specialized qualifications, including extensive knowledge of freshwater crustacean biology, hands-on experience with population genetics laboratory methods, the ability to conduct and interpret statistical genetic analyses, and the ability to translate technical genetic results into clear, defensible management recommendations for an endangered species.
Is the expected work mainly academic, or is it intended for practical use?
The announcement suggests the deliverables should be practical and management-relevant, not only datasets or academic conclusions. The stated objective is to generate recommendations managers can use for conservation and recovery strategies.
How much funding is available?
The award ceiling is $49,000, indicating a relatively small, targeted research award.
How many awards are expected?
The announcement indicates an expectation of a single award.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was created on March 4, 2019.
What was the application deadline?
The original closing date listed is March 18, 2019, which indicates a short application window at the time it was posted.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional clarification referenced in the full eligibility text. The description notes this is consistent with CESU opportunities that often route awards through participating CESU network institutions and partners.
What does being a CESU opportunity imply for applicants?
Based on the information provided, CESU opportunities commonly involve CESU network institutions and partners, and eligibility details may depend on the full eligibility text associated with the CESU program structure for the Californian CESU.
What does "active involvement" by USGS mean for project performance?
Because the mechanism is a cooperative agreement, the announcement indicates USGS may be involved through coordination, collaboration, and/or shared resources during the work, rather than simply providing funds with no ongoing participation.
What is the overall conservation problem this project is trying to address?
The project aims to help recovery planning for an endangered species by clarifying how genetic diversity is distributed across the California Freshwater Shrimp and by translating that information into actionable recommendations that can support conservation and management decisions.
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