The U.S. Geological Survey is offering a grant to a partner in the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) program. The goal is to research stream temperature data in the Lake Tahoe Basin to understand long-term trends and ecological impacts. This research will help update the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit's water quality plan.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network and have the capability to conduct scientific research on stream temperatures and water quality.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Inability to conduct scientific research
- Lack of collaboration with interagency partners
- Failure to use reproducible analytical methods
What You May Need
- Proof of CESU partnership
- Research proposal
- Budget plan
- Team qualifications
- Past performance documentation
- Data management plan
- Letters of support from interagency partners
- Compliance with USGS data standards
Cautions
- Ensure you are a CESU partner
- Strict adherence to scientific and data standards
- Collaboration with interagency partners is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted, but the opportunity is specifically for partners in the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network. This typically includes universities, research institutions, and other organizations that are part of the CESU program and can conduct scientific research in collaboration with the U.S. Geological Survey and other interagency partners.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network and have the capability to conduct scientific research on stream temperatures and water quality.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Inability to conduct scientific research
- Lack of collaboration with interagency partners
- Failure to use reproducible analytical methods
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to conduct research on stream temperature data, including data analysis, synthesis, and interpretation. The research should aim to identify ecological thresholds and support adaptive management strategies.
Total Program Funding
$350,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 30, 2026(29 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify CESU partnership status
- Develop a detailed research proposal
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather team qualifications and past performance records
- Draft a data management plan
- Obtain letters of support from interagency partners
- Ensure compliance with USGS data standards