Nutrient Enrichment Critical Loads of Atmospheric Nitrogen Deposition for Aquatic Ecosystems in the Western U.S. | Apply Online

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The National Park Service (NPS) has announced its intent to award a cooperative agreement for a research project titled "Nutrient Enrichment Critical Loads of Atmospheric Nitrogen Deposition for Aquatic Ecosystems in the Western U.S." This project, led by Washington State University (WSU), will receive a total anticipated funding of $49,671 over a period of 20 months, extending until March 31, 2017.

The project aims to address the ecological threats posed by nitrogen pollution affecting high elevation lakes in national parks and forests in the Western U.S. Nitrogen from various sources, including vehicles and agriculture, can adversely affect aquatic ecosystems by altering nutrient cycles, reducing biodiversity, and causing acidification. This research will investigate the critical loads of nitrogen deposition that can lead to ecological changes, particularly in sensitive lake environments.

The project will occur in two phases: Phase I will focus on data gathering, constructing a database, and assessing existing information related to nutrient enrichment effects in lakes, particularly in remote areas. Phase II will concentrate on analyzing gathered data and potentially calculating regional critical loads.

The recipient's involvement includes a graduate student who will work on this project as part of their Ph.D. dissertation. They will collaborate with the NPS and other federal agencies to collect and analyze needed data. NPS’s engagement is crucial, providing access to existing data and overall project oversight.

The justification for making this award without competition is based on two main criteria: the continuation of necessary activities already in place and the unique qualifications of the WSU team. Their previous collaborative research on nitrogen impacts in high elevation lakes gives them a distinct advantage in conducting this work effectively. In summary, this project is designed to enhance our understanding of how atmospheric nitrogen deposition affects aquatic ecosystems and contribute valuable information to the National Critical Loads Database.

• The National Park Service in the education employment, labor and training environment natural resources science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Nutrient Enrichment Critical Loads of Atmospheric Nitrogen Deposition for Aquatic Ecosystems in the Western U.S." and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.954 National Park Service Conservation, Protection, Outreach, and Education.
• This funding opportunity was created on Jul 23, 2015 and posted on Jul 22, 2015.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 3, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2025.)
• The funding agency has allocated a total of $49,671.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $49,671.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.

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