This grant is for projects that improve how we measure and regulate water flow from Lake Superior. The goal is to make sure the water management system is more accurate and reliable. The project involves working with the University of Michigan to analyze uncertainties in new water flow equations. There is also an optional task to create a detailed model of the St. Marys River, which connects Lake Superior to Lake Huron.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any organization or individual with the expertise to conduct advanced scientific and technical research, particularly in water flow measurement and modeling. You must be able to collaborate with the University of Michigan team.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to collaborate with the University of Michigan team
- Lack of expertise in computational fluid dynamics or hydrodynamic modeling
- Failure to use the specified Large Lake Statistical Water Balance Model
- Inability to deliver results within the 12-month performance period
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Plan for collaboration with the University of Michigan
- Experience with computational fluid dynamics
- Access to or familiarity with the Delft3D FM suite
- Capability to use the Large Lake Statistical Water Balance Model
- Budget outline
- Timeline for project completion
- Past performance references
- Technical expertise documentation
- Organizational capability statement
Cautions
- Must integrate with existing University of Michigan efforts
- Optional tasks depend on additional funding availability
- Strict adherence to specified modeling tools and methods
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any entity capable of conducting the required scientific and technical research. This includes universities, research institutions, private companies, and individuals with the necessary expertise in water flow measurement and modeling. There are no specific restrictions on applicant types, making it broadly accessible to qualified parties.
Overview
This grant is open to any organization or individual with the expertise to conduct advanced scientific and technical research, particularly in water flow measurement and modeling. You must be able to collaborate with the University of Michigan team.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to collaborate with the University of Michigan team
- Lack of expertise in computational fluid dynamics or hydrodynamic modeling
- Failure to use the specified Large Lake Statistical Water Balance Model
- Inability to deliver results within the 12-month performance period
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to conduct uncertainty analysis for water flow equations, develop and calibrate hydrodynamic models, and collaborate with the University of Michigan team. The focus is on improving water management systems for Lake Superior.
Total Program Funding
$400,000
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 6, 2026(9 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 5, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review eligibility and ensure technical expertise
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a collaboration plan with the University of Michigan
- Outline a budget and timeline
- Gather past performance references
- Ensure access to required modeling tools
- Submit application by the deadline