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- The NASA Johnson Space Center in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "GROUND BASED STUDIES IN RADIOBIOLOGY 2013" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.001 Science.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 25, 2013 and posted on Jan 25, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Step 1 proposals are due on March 13, 2013.. (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 $450,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
- All categories of U.S. institutions are eligible to submit proposals in response to this NRA. NASAs policy is to conduct research with non U.S. organizations on a no exchange of funds basis.
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Opportunity Summary:
NASA, through the Johnson Space Center, announced a 2013 grant opportunity called "Ground Based Studies in Space Radiobiology" (NRA number NNJ13ZSA001N) focused on reducing key human health uncertainties from space radiation. The goal of the call was to fund ground-based radiobiology research that uses high-energy ion beams to mimic the kinds of radiation astronauts encounter beyond low Earth orbit. The work was to be performed using the NASA Space Radiation Laboratory (NSRL) at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York, a facility designed to generate particle beams (high-energy ions) that approximate components of the space radiation environment. Within that overall theme, NASA specifically highlighted studies addressing cancer risk and neuronal (central nervous system) risks, reflecting two of the most mission-limiting concerns for long-duration exploration missions.
The solicitation was structured as a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) under a broad agency announcement approach (as referenced in FAR 6.102(d)(2)), meaning NASA was seeking innovative research ideas rather than buying a pre-defined product or service. NASA indicated it would be posted electronically around February 11, 2013 through the NASA Research Opportunities and solicitations portal, accessible via NSPIRES (the NASA Proposal data system). The proposal process used a two-step structure: Step 1 proposals were due March 13, 2013, and only those invited forward were eligible to submit Step 2 proposals, which were due May 22, 2013. This staged approach typically helps NASA screen for relevance and feasibility before requesting full technical and budget detail.
Eligibility was broad and essentially unrestricted among U.S. entities: educational institutions, industry, nonprofits, NASA centers, and other government agencies could apply. NASA also noted its general policy for collaborating with non-U.S. organizations: research partnerships can occur, but on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA funding would not be transferred to foreign organizations. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity, which can reduce barriers for academic labs and smaller organizations.
Administrative requirements centered on electronic submission through NSPIRES. Organizations intending to apply had to be registered in NSPIRES and designate authorized organizational representative(s) who are permitted to submit proposals on the organization’s behalf. Principal investigators and other participants (such as co-investigators) also had to meet system registration requirements. NASA emphasized that applicants should begin registration and familiarize themselves with NSPIRES well ahead of deadlines to avoid last-minute submission issues. While the listing described the opportunity as a grant funding instrument, NASA reserved the right to choose the most appropriate award instrument for any selected proposal, a standard clause that gives the agency flexibility depending on the nature of the work and the proposing organization.
From a funding standpoint, NASA anticipated making about 10 awards, with an award ceiling listed at $450,000. The opportunity was categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development, with CFDA number 43.001 (Science). The announcement was originally posted January 25, 2013, and the archive date was January 25, 2014, indicating when the listing would be retired from active posting.
For applicants needing help or clarification, NASA provided points of contact for access issues and support, including Rochelle N. Overstreet (rochelle.n.overstreet@nasa.gov), Keith D. Hutto (keith.d.hutto@nasa.gov), and NSPIRES/NAIS support (nais.support@nasa.gov). The full technical scope, evaluation criteria, and detailed instructions were available through the complete solicitation text linked from the funding announcement page in NSPIRES.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the name of this NASA grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Ground Based Studies in Space Radiobiology" and was issued by NASA through the Johnson Space Center.
2) What is the NRA number for this solicitation?
The NASA Research Announcement (NRA) number is NNJ13ZSA001N.
3) What is the main purpose of this funding call?
The purpose is to reduce key human health uncertainties from space radiation by funding ground-based radiobiology research that uses high-energy ion beams to mimic radiation astronauts could encounter beyond low Earth orbit.
4) What types of research did NASA want to fund?
NASA sought innovative ground-based radiobiology studies using high-energy ion beams that approximate components of the space radiation environment, with particular emphasis on addressing mission-limiting human health risks.
5) Which specific health risks were highlighted as priorities?
NASA specifically highlighted studies addressing cancer risk and neuronal (central nervous system) risks as two of the most mission-limiting concerns for long-duration exploration missions.
6) Where was the research expected to be conducted?
The work was to be performed using the NASA Space Radiation Laboratory (NSRL) at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York.
7) What is NSRL and why is it relevant to this opportunity?
NSRL is a facility designed to generate particle beams (high-energy ions) that approximate components of the space radiation environment. The solicitation centered on using these beams to conduct ground-based studies relevant to astronaut radiation exposure.
8) What kind of solicitation mechanism was used (grant vs. procurement)?
This was issued as a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) under a broad agency announcement approach (as referenced in FAR 6.102(d)(2)), indicating NASA was seeking innovative research ideas rather than purchasing a pre-defined product or service.
9) Was this described as a grant opportunity?
Yes. The listing described the opportunity as a grant funding instrument, while also noting NASA could select the most appropriate award instrument for any selected proposal.
10) Could NASA choose a different award instrument than a grant?
Yes. NASA stated it reserved the right to choose the most appropriate award instrument for a selected proposal, depending on the nature of the work and the proposing organization.
11) How were proposals submitted?
Proposals were submitted electronically through NASA's NSPIRES system (the NASA Proposal data system), via the NASA Research Opportunities and solicitations portal.
12) When was the solicitation expected to be posted in NSPIRES?
NASA indicated it would be posted electronically around February 11, 2013.
13) Was there a two-step proposal process?
Yes. The opportunity used a staged, two-step proposal structure: Step 1 proposals were submitted first, and only those invited forward could submit Step 2 proposals.
14) What were the Step 1 and Step 2 due dates?
Step 1 proposals were due March 13, 2013. Invited Step 2 proposals were due May 22, 2013.
15) Could an applicant submit a Step 2 proposal without being invited?
No. Only applicants invited forward after Step 1 were eligible to submit Step 2 proposals.
16) Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad among U.S. entities and included educational institutions, industry, nonprofits, NASA centers, and other government agencies.
17) Could non-U.S. organizations participate?
NASA noted its general policy that research partnerships with non-U.S. organizations can occur on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA funding would not be transferred to foreign organizations.
18) Was cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement was stated for this opportunity.
19) What registration steps were required to submit?
Applicants needed to be registered in NSPIRES. Organizations also had to designate authorized organizational representative(s) who are permitted to submit proposals on the organization's behalf. Principal investigators and other participants (such as co-investigators) also had to meet NSPIRES registration requirements.
20) What did NASA emphasize about NSPIRES registration?
NASA emphasized starting registration and becoming familiar with NSPIRES well ahead of deadlines to avoid last-minute submission issues.
21) How many awards did NASA anticipate making?
NASA anticipated making about 10 awards.
22) What was the award ceiling?
The listed award ceiling was $450,000.
23) What category was this opportunity listed under?
The opportunity was categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
24) What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed was 43.001 (Science).
25) When was the announcement originally posted and when was it archived?
The announcement was originally posted January 25, 2013, and the archive date was January 25, 2014.
26) Where could applicants find the full technical scope and evaluation criteria?
The full technical scope, evaluation criteria, and detailed instructions were available in the complete solicitation text linked from the funding announcement page in NSPIRES.
27) Who were the points of contact for access issues or support?
Points of contact included Rochelle N. Overstreet (rochelle.n.overstreet@nasa.gov), Keith D. Hutto (keith.d.hutto@nasa.gov), and NSPIRES/NAIS support (nais.support@nasa.gov).
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