This grant is for a partner organization to work with the U.S. Geological Survey on research projects in the western U.S. The focus is on studying how animals like birds and ungulates (hoofed mammals) interact with their habitats, especially in grassland, shrubland, and alpine ecosystems. The research aims to understand how these animals are affected by land-use changes and to help with conservation efforts. The project includes studying sage-grouse, songbirds, and white-tailed ptarmigan, and may involve modeling disease spread among ungulates.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any organization that is part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network. It is particularly suitable for those with expertise in ecological research, wildlife biology, and conservation science, especially in the context of western U.S. ecosystems.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Lack of experience in ecological or wildlife research
- Inability to conduct research in specified ecosystems
- Proposals not focused on the specified species or ecosystems
- Inadequate capacity to manage a cooperative agreement
What You May Need
- Proof of CESU partnership
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Past performance references
- CVs of key personnel
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Data management plan
- Timeline of project activities
- Compliance with federal regulations
Cautions
- Must be a CESU partner
- Research must align with specified goals and species
- Strict adherence to federal research guidelines required
- Limited total funding available
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted but must be a partner within the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network. This includes universities, museums, research institutions, and other organizations that are part of the CESU network, which collaborates on natural and cultural resource management research.
Overview
This grant is open to any organization that is part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) network. It is particularly suitable for those with expertise in ecological research, wildlife biology, and conservation science, especially in the context of western U.S. ecosystems.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Lack of experience in ecological or wildlife research
- Inability to conduct research in specified ecosystems
- Proposals not focused on the specified species or ecosystems
- Inadequate capacity to manage a cooperative agreement
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop scientific tools and conduct collaborative research on animal-habitat relationships, resource selection, and population dynamics. This includes fieldwork, data analysis, modeling, and publication of findings. The research should focus on conservation and management of sagebrush habitats and wildlife species of concern.
Total Program Funding
$490,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 2, 2026(29 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify CESU partnership status
- Develop a comprehensive research proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather CVs of all key personnel
- Obtain letters of support from collaborators
- Draft a data management plan
- Ensure compliance with federal research regulations
- Submit application by the deadline