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- The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Radiogenic Isotope Analysis and Interpretations of Volcanic Rocks from Harrat Rahat, Saudi Arabia.." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.808 U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 19, 2015 and posted on May 19, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 9, 2015. (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 $115,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Radiogenic Isotope Analysis and Interpretations of Volcanic Rocks from Harrat Rahat, Saudi Arabia" (Funding Opportunity Number G15AC00196) was a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) discretionary grant solicitation focused on scientific research and development. It was offered as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the USGS expected to have substantial involvement in the project beyond simply providing funds, such as collaborating on technical direction, data interpretation, coordination, or review of deliverables. The work centered on radiogenic isotope analysis of volcanic rock samples from Harrat Rahat, a volcanic field in Saudi Arabia, with the goal of improving interpretations of the volcanic system based on isotope geochemistry.
From an administrative and funding standpoint, the opportunity fell under the "Science and Technology and other Research and Development" activity category and was tied to CFDA number 15.808, which corresponds to USGS Research and Data Collection. The announcement did not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning applicants were not obligated to contribute non-federal funds to be considered competitive or to meet eligibility requirements. The stated award range ran from a floor of $23,000 up to a ceiling of $115,000, indicating that projects could be funded at different scales depending on scope and the proposed work plan.
Eligibility was limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, which generally includes state universities and similar public academic entities capable of performing specialized geochemical laboratory work and scientific interpretation. The posting date and creation date were both May 19, 2015, with an original and final closing date of June 9, 2015. The archive date was July 9, 2015, indicating the opportunity was no longer active after that point and the listing was retained for record purposes.
In practical terms, the project topic suggests funding was aimed at generating high-quality isotopic datasets (for example, radiogenic isotope systems commonly used in volcanic petrology and mantle source studies) and using those results to interpret magma sources, evolution, and potentially the eruptive history or hazards context of the Harrat Rahat volcanic field. Harrat Rahat is known as one of the prominent Cenozoic volcanic fields in western Saudi Arabia, and isotopic characterization can be important for distinguishing mantle components, crustal contamination, and magma differentiation processes. While the announcement text provided here does not specify the exact isotope systems, radiogenic isotope work in basaltic volcanic provinces commonly involves elements such as Sr, Nd, Pb, and sometimes Hf, all of which help constrain source characteristics and magmatic processes.
The issuing agency was the U.S. Geological Survey (listed as "Geological Survey" in the source data). For access issues or assistance with the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Stewart Evans, Contracting Officer, reachable by phone at 916-278-9334 or by email at sevans@usgs.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Radiogenic Isotope Analysis and Interpretations of Volcanic Rocks from Harrat Rahat, Saudi Arabia."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is G15AC00196.
Which federal agency issued this opportunity?
The issuing agency was the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), listed as "Geological Survey" in the source information.
What type of funding instrument was used?
This solicitation was offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically means the USGS expected substantial involvement in the project beyond providing funds, such as collaboration on technical direction, coordination, interpretation of results, or review of deliverables.
What was the main scientific focus of the project?
The work focused on radiogenic isotope analysis of volcanic rock samples from Harrat Rahat, Saudi Arabia, and using isotope geochemistry to improve interpretations of the volcanic system.
What kinds of outcomes or insights was this research intended to support?
Based on the description provided, the intent was to produce high-quality isotopic datasets and use them to interpret magma sources and magma evolution, and potentially inform understanding of eruptive history or hazards context for the Harrat Rahat volcanic field.
Which activity category did this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity fell under the activity category "Science and Technology and other Research and Development."
What CFDA number was associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was tied to CFDA 15.808, which corresponds to USGS Research and Data Collection.
What was the award amount range?
The stated award range had a minimum (floor) of $23,000 and a maximum (ceiling) of $115,000.
Did this opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The announcement did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, such as state universities and similar public academic institutions.
Were private universities or non-academic entities eligible?
The eligibility information provided only lists public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. No other eligible applicant types are indicated in the provided summary.
What geographic area or study site did the work focus on?
The study focused on Harrat Rahat, a volcanic field in western Saudi Arabia.
What is Harrat Rahat in the context of this opportunity?
Harrat Rahat is described as one of the prominent Cenozoic volcanic fields in western Saudi Arabia, and the project was centered on analyzing volcanic rocks from this field using radiogenic isotope geochemistry.
What specific isotope systems were required or named?
The provided information does not specify exact isotope systems. It notes that radiogenic isotope work in basaltic volcanic provinces commonly involves Sr, Nd, Pb, and sometimes Hf, but the announcement text summarized here does not explicitly list required systems.
What were the key dates for the opportunity?
The posting date and creation date were May 19, 2015. The original closing date and final closing date were June 9, 2015.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The archive date was July 9, 2015, indicating the opportunity was no longer active after that point and was retained for record purposes.
Who was the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact was Stewart Evans, Contracting Officer.
How could applicants contact the listed point of contact?
Phone: 916-278-9334. Email: sevans@usgs.gov.
What kind of involvement did USGS expect during the project?
The description indicates USGS expected substantial involvement typical of a cooperative agreement, which can include collaboration on technical direction, coordination, data interpretation, or review of deliverables.
Does the summary mention the number of awards to be made?
No. The information provided does not state the expected number of awards.
Does the summary describe application submission steps or required documents?
No. The information provided here does not include submission instructions, required forms, or a list of application documents.
Does the summary describe a required project period or duration?
No. The provided information does not specify a project period of performance or duration.
Does the summary mention deliverables for the award?
No specific deliverables are listed in the provided summary, aside from the general expectation of radiogenic isotope analyses and interpretations of volcanic rock samples.
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