Opportunity Information: Apply for NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728
The Fiscal Year 2021 NMFS-Sea Grant Fellowship in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics is a federal fellowship opportunity offered through the National Sea Grant College Program, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Sea Grant was created by Congress in 1966 and later amended in 2008 (Public Law 110-394) to strengthen partnerships between federal and state programs and to draw on the expertise of universities and research institutions. The overall purpose is to support research and workforce development that helps address real-world challenges and opportunities in coastal and marine communities, especially where strong science and applied decision-making intersect.
This particular notice invites applications for Ph.D.-level fellowships administered in partnership with NOAA Fisheries (NMFS). Applicants must clearly identify which of the two focus areas their proposed work falls under by stating it on the title page as either Population and Ecosystem Dynamics (PED) or Marine Resource Economics (MRE). The fellowship is structured as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, reflecting the expectation of close coordination with NOAA and Sea Grant partners during the fellowship period.
The Population and Ecosystem Dynamics (PED) track is aimed at doctoral students planning careers connected to marine ecosystem science and population dynamics, especially where modeling and management of living marine resources are central. The core emphasis is on developing and applying quantitative methods used to evaluate marine ecosystems and to assess biological status and trends. That includes work supporting stock assessments for fish, invertebrates, and other targeted species, as well as assessments relevant to protected resources such as marine mammals, seabirds, and other protected species. In practical terms, PED projects typically align with the analytical and modeling needs that inform fisheries management, ecosystem-based management approaches, and conservation decisions that rely on rigorous population and ecosystem dynamics.
The Marine Resource Economics (MRE) track supports doctoral students whose work centers on the economics of conserving and managing living marine resources. The emphasis is similarly quantitative, focusing on the development and implementation of economic methods that can be used to evaluate management strategies, conservation outcomes, and the economic dimensions of marine resource use. Projects in this area commonly relate to how policy and management decisions affect communities, industries, and resource sustainability, and how economic analysis can improve decision-making around marine conservation and fisheries governance.
For the 2021 cycle, Sea Grant anticipated funding at least four new Ph.D. fellowships in the PED track and at least one new Ph.D. fellowship in the MRE track, for a total expected number of around six awards. The maximum award amount listed is $159,000 per award (award ceiling). The opportunity was posted on November 13, 2020, with an original application deadline of January 21, 2021. The funding opportunity number is NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728, and it is associated with CFDA number 11.417. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional details indicated to be provided in the official eligibility section of the notice.Apply for NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728
- The Department of Commerce in the environment, natural resources, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fiscal Year 2021 NMFS-Sea Grant Fellowship in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.417.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 13, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 21, 2021. (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 $159,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 6 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
FAQs: Fiscal Year 2021 NMFS-Sea Grant Fellowship in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics
What is the name of this fellowship opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the Fiscal Year 2021 NMFS-Sea Grant Fellowship in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics.
Which federal program is offering this fellowship?
It is offered through the National Sea Grant College Program, which is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce.
What is the overall purpose of Sea Grant, as described in this notice?
The purpose is to support research and workforce development that helps address real-world challenges and opportunities in coastal and marine communities, especially where strong science and applied decision-making intersect.
How is this fellowship administered?
The fellowship is administered in partnership with NOAA Fisheries (NMFS) and is described as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, reflecting an expectation of close coordination with NOAA and Sea Grant partners during the fellowship period.
What are the two fellowship focus areas (tracks)?
There are two tracks: Population and Ecosystem Dynamics (PED) and Marine Resource Economics (MRE).
Do applicants need to pick a track when applying?
Yes. Applicants must clearly identify which focus area their proposed work falls under by stating it on the title page as either Population and Ecosystem Dynamics (PED) or Marine Resource Economics (MRE).
Who is this fellowship intended for (career stage/level)?
This is a Ph.D.-level fellowship opportunity aimed at doctoral students.
What types of work fit the Population and Ecosystem Dynamics (PED) track?
The PED track is aimed at doctoral students planning careers connected to marine ecosystem science and population dynamics, particularly where modeling and management of living marine resources are central. The emphasis is on developing and applying quantitative methods to evaluate marine ecosystems and assess biological status and trends.
What kinds of species or resources can PED projects involve?
PED work can include stock assessments for fish, invertebrates, and other targeted species, as well as assessments relevant to protected resources such as marine mammals, seabirds, and other protected species.
How does the PED track relate to management and decision-making?
PED projects typically align with analytical and modeling needs that inform fisheries management, ecosystem-based management approaches, and conservation decisions that depend on rigorous population and ecosystem dynamics.
What types of work fit the Marine Resource Economics (MRE) track?
The MRE track supports doctoral students whose work centers on the economics of conserving and managing living marine resources. The emphasis is quantitative, focusing on developing and implementing economic methods to evaluate management strategies, conservation outcomes, and the economic dimensions of marine resource use.
What kinds of questions can MRE projects address?
MRE projects commonly relate to how policy and management decisions affect communities, industries, and resource sustainability, and how economic analysis can improve decision-making around marine conservation and fisheries governance.
How many fellowships were expected to be funded in this cycle?
For the 2021 cycle, Sea Grant anticipated funding at least four new Ph.D. fellowships in the PED track and at least one new Ph.D. fellowship in the MRE track, with an expected total of around six awards.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) listed is $159,000 per award.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA number 11.417.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on November 13, 2020.
What was the original application deadline?
The original application deadline listed is January 21, 2021.
What does the notice say about eligibility?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional details indicated to be provided in the official eligibility section of the notice.
What should applicants do if they need the exact eligibility requirements?
They should refer to the official eligibility section of the notice, since this summary only indicates that eligibility is categorized as "Others" and that the detailed requirements are provided in the full announcement.
What is the legislative background mentioned for Sea Grant?
Sea Grant was created by Congress in 1966 and later amended in 2008 (Public Law 110-394) to strengthen partnerships between federal and state programs and to draw on the expertise of universities and research institutions.
Is this described as a research-only opportunity or also workforce development?
It is described as supporting both research and workforce development, with an emphasis on real-world coastal and marine challenges and applied decision-making.
What does it mean that the award uses a cooperative agreement?
Based on the notice description, it indicates an expectation of close coordination with NOAA and Sea Grant partners during the fellowship period (the opportunity is structured to involve collaboration rather than operating entirely independently).
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Next opportunity: Media and Information in Russia
Previous opportunity: Pre-NOFO-Notice FTF Horticulture IL
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Long Term Resource Monitoring Program FY 2021 Apply for G21AS00009 Funding Number: G21AS00009 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| 2021 Marine Education and Training Mini Grant Program Apply for NOAA NMFS PIRO 2021 2006718 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS PIRO 2021 2006718 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $15,000 |
| Proposed Cooperative Institute for Pacific Islands Region Apply for NOAA OAR CIPO 2021 2006681 Funding Number: NOAA OAR CIPO 2021 2006681 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $42,000,000 |
| Climate Program Office (CPO) Extreme Heat Risk Initiative Competition, FY2021 Apply for NOAA OAR CPO 2021 2006738 Funding Number: NOAA OAR CPO 2021 2006738 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Fiscal Year 2021 NOAA Gulf of Mexico Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program Apply for NOAA NMFS SE 2021 2006733 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS SE 2021 2006733 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| 2021 BREP Apply for NOAA NMFS FHQ 2021 2006745 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS FHQ 2021 2006745 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Proposed Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations Apply for NOAA OAR CIPO 2021 2006682 Funding Number: NOAA OAR CIPO 2021 2006682 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $208,000,000 |
| 2021 Pacific Northwest Bay-Watershed Education and Training Apply for NOAA NOS ONMS 2021 2006747 Funding Number: NOAA NOS ONMS 2021 2006747 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| 2021 NOAA California Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program Apply for NOAA NOS ONMS 2021 2006749 Funding Number: NOAA NOS ONMS 2021 2006749 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund Apply for NOAA NMFS WCRO 2021 2006764 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS WCRO 2021 2006764 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $25,000,000 |
| Market Development Cooperator Program 2021 Apply for ITA INA OIE 2021 2006761 Funding Number: ITA INA OIE 2021 2006761 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| MBDA Business Center Program Apply for MBDA OBD 2021 2006809 Funding Number: MBDA OBD 2021 2006809 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $415,000 |
| 2021 NOAA Hawaii Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) Program Apply for NOAA NOS OCM 2021 2006759 Funding Number: NOAA NOS OCM 2021 2006759 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| American Lobster Research Program Apply for NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006808 Funding Number: NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006808 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $400,000 |
| Fiscal Year 2021 Chesapeake Bay Fisheries Research Program Apply for NOAA NMFS HCPO 2021 2006812 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS HCPO 2021 2006812 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $125,000 |
| NMFS West Coast Region Education and Outreach Program Apply for NOAA NMFS WCRO 2021 2006805 Funding Number: NOAA NMFS WCRO 2021 2006805 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $224,000 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Project Apply for MBDA OBD 2021 2006811 Funding Number: MBDA OBD 2021 2006811 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $400,000 |
| : Education,Training and Capacity Development for Weather, Water and Climate Forecasting (ETCD) Apply for NOAA NWS NWSPO 2021 2006770 Funding Number: NOAA NWS NWSPO 2021 2006770 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $8,000,000 |
| NOAA Science Collaboration Program Apply for NOAA OAR CPO 2021 2006797 Funding Number: NOAA OAR CPO 2021 2006797 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $75,000,000 |
| Federal Procurement Center Project Apply for MBDA OBD 2021 2006824 Funding Number: MBDA OBD 2021 2006824 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Environment, Natural Resources, Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $500,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "NOAA OAR SG 2021 2006728", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.