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- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROSES 2010 Earth Surface and Interior" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 21, 2010 and posted on Jul 19, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 20, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Proposers must be affiliated with an institution at nspires.nasaprs.com/ and, in general, NASA provides funding only to US institutions. Organizations outside the U.S. that propose on the basis of a policy of no exchange of funds consult Appendix B Section (l) of the guidebook for proposers (http://www.hq.nasa.gov/office/procurement/nraguidebook/)for specific details. Some NRAs may be issued jointly with a non U.S. organization, e.g., those concerning guest observing programs for jointly sponsored space science programs, that will contain additional special guidelines for non U.S. participants. Also ref. Sections 2.3.10(c)(vii) of the guidebook for proposers for special instructions for proposals from non U.S. organizations that involve U.S. personnel for whom NASA support is requested.
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Opportunity Summary:
ROSES 2010 Earth Surface and Interior (Funding Opportunity Number NNH10ZDA001N) is part of NASA Headquarters broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2010 solicitation, a NASA Research Announcement aimed at supporting a wide spectrum of basic and applied research and technology development tied to NASA Science Mission Directorate priorities. Although this specific listing is labeled "Earth Surface and Interior," the ROSES 2010 umbrella call spans multiple NASA research programs, including Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics, and it is structured as a collection of many program elements described in the solicitation appendices. The announcement was released around February 12, 2010, with rolling submission windows across different program elements extending into 2011, reflecting ROSES typical approach of using one master solicitation with many topic-specific deadlines and rules.
The opportunity invites proposals that advance the science and technology needed to support current and future NASA missions and the use of NASA data. The scope is intentionally broad, covering activities such as theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; development and demonstration of new measurement or experiment techniques; and mission-enabling concept and technology work. It also includes aircraft, balloon, suborbital rocket, and emerging commercial reusable rocket investigations, along with laboratory analysis and calibration work involving extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft and terrestrial samples that help validate or interpret observations from Earth system science missions. For Earth-focused areas like Earth surface and interior, the solicitation highlights field campaigns and Earth surface observations that support NASA missions, the development of integrated Earth system models, and efforts that translate Earth science research results into societal benefit through applied data products and information systems. In other words, NASA is not only looking for new scientific findings, but also for the methods, models, and tools that make mission data more accurate, usable, and impactful.
Funding levels and award sizes vary widely by program element and the scale of work proposed. The announcement notes that awards can range from under $100,000 per year for narrowly focused efforts (such as targeted data analysis) to more than $1 million per year for large, complex activities (such as developing science instrument hardware). The total funding available depends on the specific program element; some elements may only have enough funding for a handful of selections, while others may support dozens of meritorious proposals. NASA indicates multiple possible award mechanisms, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers, with the choice driven by the proposer type and the nature of the work. The typical project period is about four years, though some elements allow shorter or longer periods up to a maximum of five years.
Eligibility is broadly inclusive in terms of organization type: domestic and foreign entities, government and private institutions, for-profit and nonprofit organizations may submit, and there is no stated restriction on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements. However, NASA policy generally funds US institutions, and participation by non-US organizations is typically required to be on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA does not send funding to the non-US partner. The solicitation points proposers to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed instructions and special cases, including situations where non-US organizations collaborate in a way that involves US personnel requesting NASA support.
The timeline is set up with requested Notices of Intent (NOIs) for most program elements and required electronic proposal submission by the specific due dates listed for each element. NOIs begin as early as March 15, 2010, and proposal due dates begin April 30, 2010, continuing through April 30, 2011, depending on the element. Proposals must be submitted electronically either through NSPIRES (NASA online proposal system) or through Grants.gov, with NSPIRES registration required in all cases. Organizations must register and designate authorized organizational representatives who can submit proposals, and all investigators and participants (including co-investigators) must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of the submission portal. The announcement emphasizes starting registration early to avoid last-minute issues, since submission is tied to proper account setup and authorization.
Administrative details in the listing describe the opportunity as a discretionary funding program, using grant and cooperative agreement instruments under a science and technology research and development activity category, with no cost sharing or matching requirement. It also notes that ROSES is periodically amended, so prospective applicants are expected to monitor the NSPIRES solicitation page and NASA amendment archives (including an RSS feed) for updates, clarifications, corrections, and newly added program elements through February 2011. Program-specific questions are directed to the individual program officers named in the ROSES appendices, while general policy and procedure questions are directed to Dr. Max Bernstein at NASA Headquarters (contact via sara@nasa.gov and the listed phone number in the announcement).
FAQs: ROSES 2010 Earth Surface and Interior (NNH10ZDA001N)
What is this funding opportunity?
ROSES 2010 Earth Surface and Interior (Funding Opportunity Number NNH10ZDA001N) is part of NASA Headquarters broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2010 solicitation. ROSES 2010 is a NASA Research Announcement that supports a wide range of basic and applied research and technology development aligned with NASA Science Mission Directorate priorities.
Is this opportunity only about "Earth Surface and Interior"?
Not exactly. While this listing is labeled "Earth Surface and Interior," it sits under the ROSES 2010 umbrella solicitation, which spans multiple NASA research programs, including Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics. ROSES is structured as a single master solicitation with many topic-specific program elements described in appendices.
Who is the sponsor and what type of announcement is this?
The sponsor is NASA Headquarters. The solicitation is a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) issued as part of ROSES 2010.
What kinds of work does ROSES 2010 support?
The scope is intentionally broad and includes activities such as theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; development and demonstration of new measurement or experiment techniques; and mission-enabling concept and technology work.
What NASA mission-related activities are included in the scope?
The opportunity is designed to advance the science and technology needed to support current and future NASA missions and the use of NASA data. It supports work that improves how mission data are produced, interpreted, validated, and used.
Are airborne and suborbital investigations included?
Yes. The solicitation includes investigations involving aircraft, balloon, suborbital rocket, and emerging commercial reusable rocket platforms.
Does the opportunity include lab analysis and calibration work?
Yes. It includes laboratory analysis and calibration work involving extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft and terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret observations from Earth system science missions.
For Earth-focused work, what activities are highlighted?
For Earth-focused areas like Earth surface and interior, the solicitation highlights field campaigns and Earth surface observations that support NASA missions, development of integrated Earth system models, and efforts that translate Earth science research into societal benefit through applied data products and information systems.
Is NASA looking only for new scientific discoveries?
No. In addition to new scientific findings, NASA is also looking for methods, models, and tools that make mission data more accurate, usable, and impactful.
When was the announcement released?
The announcement was released around February 12, 2010.
How do the deadlines work under ROSES 2010?
ROSES typically uses one master solicitation with many program elements, each with its own due dates and rules. This opportunity uses rolling submission windows across different program elements, with windows extending into 2011.
Are Notices of Intent (NOIs) required?
Most program elements request Notices of Intent (NOIs). The opportunity indicates NOIs begin as early as March 15, 2010, depending on the program element.
When are proposals due?
Proposal due dates begin April 30, 2010, and continue through April 30, 2011, depending on the specific program element.
Where do I find the specific deadline for my topic?
Deadlines are tied to individual program elements described in the ROSES solicitation appendices, and each element may have its own submission timeline.
How do proposals need to be submitted?
Proposals must be submitted electronically either through NSPIRES (NASA online proposal system) or through Grants.gov.
Is NSPIRES registration required even if submitting through Grants.gov?
Yes. NSPIRES registration is required in all cases. In addition, all investigators and participants (including co-investigators) must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of the submission portal used.
Who can submit proposals (eligibility)?
Eligibility is broadly inclusive: domestic and foreign entities, government and private institutions, and for-profit and nonprofit organizations may submit proposals.
Are there limits on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements?
No restriction is stated on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements.
Can non-US organizations participate?
Yes, but NASA policy generally funds US institutions. Participation by non-US organizations is typically required to be on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA does not send funding to the non-US partner.
Where can non-US collaboration rules and special cases be found?
The solicitation points proposers to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed instructions and special cases, including scenarios where non-US organizations collaborate in ways that involve US personnel requesting NASA support.
How much funding is available and what size awards should applicants expect?
Funding levels and award sizes vary widely by program element and the scale of work proposed. Awards can range from under $100,000 per year for narrowly focused efforts (such as targeted data analysis) to more than $1 million per year for large, complex activities (such as developing science instrument hardware). Total funding available depends on the specific program element.
How long are projects typically funded?
The typical project period is about four years. Some program elements allow shorter or longer periods up to a maximum of five years.
What award mechanisms might NASA use?
NASA indicates multiple possible award mechanisms, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The choice depends on the proposer type and the nature of the work.
Is this a discretionary funding program?
Yes. The listing describes the opportunity as a discretionary funding program.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The listing states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The listing describes it under a science and technology research and development activity category.
Do organizations need to do anything special before submitting?
Organizations must register and designate authorized organizational representatives who can submit proposals. The announcement emphasizes starting registration early to avoid last-minute issues because submission is tied to proper account setup and authorization.
Can ROSES 2010 change after release?
Yes. ROSES is periodically amended. Prospective applicants are expected to monitor the NSPIRES solicitation page and NASA amendment archives for updates, clarifications, corrections, and newly added program elements.
How long will amendments and updates be posted for this solicitation?
The announcement indicates updates and newly added program elements may continue through February 2011.
Where should applicants look for amendments and updates?
Applicants are expected to monitor the NSPIRES solicitation page and NASA amendment archives, including an RSS feed mentioned in the announcement.
Who should I contact with program-specific questions?
Program-specific questions are directed to the individual program officers named in the ROSES appendices.
Who should I contact with general policy or procedure questions?
General policy and procedure questions are directed to Dr. Max Bernstein at NASA Headquarters. The announcement references contact via sara@nasa.gov and a phone number listed in the announcement.
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