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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - ROSES 2010 Members of the Euclid Science Team (NNH10ZDA001N)

1) What is this funding opportunity?

This opportunity is part of NASA Headquarters solicitation NNH10ZDA001N, titled Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2010. The specific listing referenced here is labeled ROSES 2010 Members of the Euclid Science Team, but it is not a standalone, single-deadline program. It sits within the broader ROSES 2010 umbrella, which functions as a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) covering many research areas and program elements.

2) Is the Euclid Science Team listing a separate solicitation from ROSES 2010?

No. Based on the information provided, this listing is an entry within the larger ROSES 2010 solicitation. Investigators were expected to identify the relevant program element in the ROSES appendices and follow the instructions and deadlines for that specific element, rather than treating the overall ROSES solicitation as a one-size-fits-all call.

3) What NASA directorate is issuing ROSES 2010?

ROSES 2010 is tied to NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) and invites proposals across SMD interests.

4) What research areas does ROSES 2010 cover?

ROSES 2010 spans multiple NASA science areas, including Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics. The specific scope for any given proposal depends on the applicable program element described in the ROSES appendices.

5) What is the overall purpose of ROSES 2010 funding?

The purpose of ROSES 2010 is to fund basic and applied research and technology that supports NASA space and Earth science goals. The solicitation covers a broad range of research and development activities aligned with SMD objectives and datasets.

6) What types of activities are explicitly included under ROSES 2010?

ROSES 2010 explicitly includes (as described in the provided information):

• Theoretical studies, modeling, and data analysis using NASA SMD data
• Development of experiment techniques that could be used on future missions
• New mission concepts
• Advanced technologies tied to future SMD missions
• Laboratory and analytical work on extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft
• Laboratory/analytical work on terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret observations from Earth system science missions
• Earth surface observations and field campaigns
• Integrated Earth system modeling
• Applied work converting Earth science results into societal decision-support tools or information systems aligned with SMD objectives and datasets

7) Where do I find the actual requirements and deadlines for my topic area?

Requirements and deadlines are tied to the specific program element and are provided in the ROSES appendices. Proposers were expected to locate the relevant appendix/program element and follow its instructions and due dates.

8) Are there Notices of Intent (NOIs), and when are they due?

Yes. NOIs were requested for most program elements. NOI due dates began March 15, 2010 and continued through February 9, 2011, depending on the program element.

9) When are full proposals due?

Full proposal due dates were program-element specific. The schedule began April 30, 2010 and ran through April 30, 2011, with the exact date determined by the relevant appendix/program element.

10) Why does this listing show a posted date and a closing date that may not match the broader ROSES timeline?

The administrative posting information in the listing shows a posted date of October 22, 2010, an original/current closing date of December 20, 2010, and an archive date of January 19, 2011. However, the broader ROSES 2010 process operated with many element-specific due dates across 2010-2011. The controlling deadlines for submissions were governed by the relevant appendix/program element schedules.

11) How long is the typical period of performance?

The typical period of performance was four years. Some program elements allowed shorter or longer durations, up to a maximum of five years.

12) How much funding is available per award?

Funding levels were intentionally flexible. Annual budgets could 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, resource-intensive activities (such as building or developing science experiment hardware).

13) How much total funding is available under ROSES 2010?

Total funds vary by program element and could range from less than $1 million to several million dollars. Depending on each element's goals and the quality/volume of submissions, NASA could fund anywhere from a handful to dozens of proposals.

14) What types of funding instruments can NASA use for awards?

Multiple instruments were possible, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The listing categorizes eligible instrument types as grants and cooperative agreements.

15) Is cost sharing or matching required?

No. Cost sharing or matching was not required based on the information provided.

16) Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is broad in principle: organizations of every type (government or private, for-profit or non-profit, domestic or foreign) could submit proposals, with no stated restrictions on the number of submissions or teaming arrangements. However, eligibility is constrained by NASA funding policy described in the solicitation (see the non-U.S. participation question below).

17) Can non-U.S. organizations participate?

Yes, but with important limitations. The solicitation reiterates NASA policy that projects involving non-U.S. organizations must be conducted on a "no exchange of funds" basis. It also notes that, in general, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions. Non-U.S. participants were directed to consult the NASA NRA Guidebook (including Appendix B and other referenced sections) for specific rules, especially where U.S. personnel are included and NASA funding is requested for them.

18) Do I need to be registered in NSPIRES?

Yes. Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES. NASA also required that all principal investigators and other proposal participants (including co-investigators) be registered in NSPIRES, regardless of whether the proposal is submitted through NSPIRES or Grants.gov.

19) How do I submit a proposal?

Submission is electronic. Proposals could be submitted through NSPIRES or through Grants.gov, as described in the opportunity information.

20) If I submit through Grants.gov, do I still need NSPIRES?

Yes. If using Grants.gov, registration in both systems was required (Grants.gov and NSPIRES). Additionally, all investigators and other participants needed NSPIRES registration regardless of the submission portal.

21) Who is allowed to officially submit the proposal?

The proposal had to be submitted by an authorized official of the proposing organization.

22) Are there any recommendations to avoid submission problems?

Yes. NASA strongly encouraged applicants to begin registration and to become familiar with the submission systems well ahead of deadlines to avoid last-minute issues.

23) Where should I look for amendments, clarifications, or corrections?

NASA emphasized that proposers should monitor NSPIRES for updates, amendments, clarifications, and corrections through February 2011 (when the next ROSES cycle was expected). The opportunity also referenced an archive and an RSS feed to help track changes.

24) Who do I contact for questions about a specific program element?

For program element specifics, NASA directed applicants to contact the individual program officers listed in the ROSES appendices.

25) Who is the general point of contact for ROSES 2010 policies and procedures?

The named general contact for ROSES matters is Dr. Max Bernstein, Lead for Research within NASA's Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters. Contact details provided are sara@nasa.gov and (202) 358-0879.