Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH10ZDA001N THP
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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 Terrestrial Hydrology" 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 Mar 16, 2010 and posted on Mar 16, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 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 Terrestrial Hydrology (Funding Opportunity Number NNH10ZDA001N, sometimes labeled with the THP identifier) is part of NASA Headquarters broader annual Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2010 solicitation. The overarching ROSES 2010 announcement was released around February 12, 2010, and it invites proposals for basic and applied research and enabling technology that support NASA Science Mission Directorate (SMD) priorities across Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics. Within that large umbrella, the Terrestrial Hydrology opportunity focuses on research and development that improves understanding of Earths water cycle over land, including observation, analysis, modeling, and applications that connect NASA Earth observing data to hydrologic science and, where relevant, societal needs.
The solicitation is intentionally broad about what kinds of work NASA will consider, because ROSES is designed to cover everything from small, targeted studies to major multi year efforts. In practice, activities described as responsive across ROSES include theory and process studies, numerical modeling, and analysis of SMD science data; development and maturation of measurement techniques that could be used on future missions; concept development for future space missions; and development of advanced technologies relevant to those missions. It also allows for Earth surface observations and field campaigns that support NASA missions, development of integrated Earth system models, and work that turns research data into usable products or information systems aligned with SMD objectives. While ROSES also mentions laboratory analysis of returned extraterrestrial samples and related atomic or compositional parameter work, those elements are part of the broader ROSES scope; the Terrestrial Hydrology focus sits within the Earth science side of that research ecosystem and is aimed at land hydrology questions.
Key timing in this cycle is structured around a rolling window of due dates tied to individual program elements. Notices of Intent (NOIs) to propose were requested for most elements, with NOIs due from March 15, 2010 through February 9, 2011. Full proposals were due from April 30, 2010 through April 30, 2011, again depending on the specific appendix and program element schedule. The public posting metadata for this particular listing shows a posted date and creation date of March 16, 2010, and it lists an original and current closing date of June 15, 2010, with an archive date of July 15, 2010, which reflects how the opportunity was represented in the grants portal at that time even though ROSES as a whole runs across many element specific deadlines. Applicants were directed to consult the ROSES tables (Tables 2 and 3) and the appendices for exact dates and instructions for the Terrestrial Hydrology element.
Funding and award structure are flexible by design. Typical awards can range from under 100,000 dollars per year for limited scope efforts such as focused data analysis, to more than 1 million dollars per year for extensive activities such as building or advancing science experiment hardware. The amount available varies by program element, from less than one million to several million dollars, which affects how many proposals can be selected (anywhere from a few to several dozen) based on merit and program priorities. NASA indicated that awards could be made using several legal instruments grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter or intra agency transfers depending on the proposing organization and the program requirements. Period of performance is typically four years, with some elements allowing shorter or longer periods up to a five year maximum.
Eligibility is broadly open by organization type, with important funding caveats. Organizations of every type may submit (domestic or foreign, government or private, for profit or non profit) and there is no stated restriction on the number of submissions or teaming arrangements. However, NASA generally provides funding only to US institutions. Non US organizations may participate under NASAs no exchange of funds policy, meaning they can collaborate but are expected to cover their own costs unless the specific NRA element includes special provisions. The announcement points non US proposers to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers (including Appendix B and other referenced sections) for detailed rules, especially in cases where a non US organization proposes work involving US personnel for whom NASA support is requested.
Submission was electronic and required advance registration. Proposals had to be submitted by an authorized official of the proposing organization, and NASA required electronic submission through NSPIRES (NASAs proposal system) or through Grants.gov. Any organization intending to submit had to be registered in NSPIRES, and organizations using Grants.gov also had to be registered there in addition to NSPIRES. NSPIRES registration had to identify authorized organizational representatives, and all principal investigators and co investigators needed to be individually registered in NSPIRES regardless of which submission route was used. NASA also advised applicants to start registration and system familiarization early to avoid last minute access and submission problems.
Applicants were pointed to the ROSES 2010 appendices for the Terrestrial Hydrology specific technical scope, proposal content requirements, evaluation considerations, and the appropriate program officer contacts. NASA also highlighted that amendments and clarifications could be issued through February 2011 and encouraged proposers to monitor the NSPIRES solicitation page or subscribe to notifications. General policy and procedure questions for ROSES were directed to Dr. Max Bernstein (Science Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters) via the provided contact information, with program element questions directed to the relevant program officers listed in the appendices.
ROSES 2010 Terrestrial Hydrology (THP) - Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the ROSES 2010 Terrestrial Hydrology opportunity?
ROSES 2010 Terrestrial Hydrology is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity under the broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2010 solicitation (Funding Opportunity Number NNH10ZDA001N). It is sometimes labeled with the THP identifier and supports research and development focused on terrestrial (land) hydrology as part of NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) Earth Science portfolio.
2. What is the main scientific focus of the Terrestrial Hydrology element?
The focus is on improving understanding of Earth's water cycle over land. This includes observation, analysis, modeling, and applications that connect NASA Earth observing data to hydrologic science and, where relevant, societal needs.
3. How does Terrestrial Hydrology fit within ROSES 2010 overall?
ROSES 2010 is a broad, annual NASA solicitation inviting proposals for basic and applied research and enabling technology aligned with SMD priorities across Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics. Terrestrial Hydrology is one program element within that umbrella, aligned with Earth science and land hydrology research.
4. What kinds of activities does ROSES consider responsive in general?
Across ROSES, responsive activities can include theory and process studies, numerical modeling, analysis of SMD science data, development and maturation of measurement techniques for future missions, concept development for future space missions, and development of advanced technologies relevant to those missions. ROSES also allows Earth surface observations and field campaigns that support NASA missions, development of integrated Earth system models, and work that turns research data into usable products or information systems aligned with SMD objectives.
5. Is the Terrestrial Hydrology element limited to one type of research approach?
No. The solicitation is intentionally broad. Within the Terrestrial Hydrology focus, research may involve observation, analysis, modeling, and applications that leverage NASA Earth observing data for land hydrology questions.
6. Does this opportunity include laboratory analysis of extraterrestrial samples?
ROSES as a whole mentions laboratory analysis of returned extraterrestrial samples and related atomic/compositional parameter work, but that is part of the broader ROSES scope. The Terrestrial Hydrology element described here sits within the Earth science side of ROSES and is aimed at land hydrology questions.
7. What are the key dates for Notices of Intent (NOIs)?
NOIs were requested for most ROSES elements, with due dates spanning from March 15, 2010 through February 9, 2011, depending on the specific appendix and program element schedule.
8. What are the key dates for full proposals?
Full proposals were due on a rolling basis from April 30, 2010 through April 30, 2011, depending on the specific appendix and program element schedule.
9. The listing shows a June 15, 2010 closing date. How does that relate to ROSES rolling deadlines?
The public posting metadata for this listing shows an original/current closing date of June 15, 2010 and an archive date of July 15, 2010, reflecting how the opportunity was represented in the grants portal at that time. ROSES 2010 overall uses multiple element-specific deadlines, so applicants were directed to consult the ROSES tables (Tables 2 and 3) and the appendices for the exact dates for Terrestrial Hydrology.
10. Where do applicants find the exact due dates and instructions for Terrestrial Hydrology?
Applicants were instructed to consult the ROSES 2010 tables (Tables 2 and 3) and the relevant appendices for the Terrestrial Hydrology element, which provide the exact dates and the detailed instructions.
11. How much funding is available per award?
Award sizes are flexible. Typical awards can range from under $100,000 per year for limited-scope efforts (such as focused data analysis) to more than $1,000,000 per year for extensive activities (such as building or advancing science experiment hardware).
12. How much total funding is available, and how many awards might be made?
The amount available varies by program element, ranging from less than $1 million to several million dollars. This affects how many proposals can be selected, which could range from a few selections to several dozen, depending on merit and program priorities.
13. What types of award instruments can NASA use?
NASA indicated it could use multiple legal instruments depending on the proposing organization and program requirements, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers.
14. What is the typical period of performance?
The period of performance is typically four years. Some elements may allow shorter or longer durations, up to a five-year maximum.
15. Who is eligible to submit proposals?
Organizations of every type may submit, including domestic or foreign organizations, government or private entities, and for-profit or non-profit organizations.
16. Are there restrictions on the number of submissions or teaming arrangements?
No specific restriction is stated on the number of submissions or on teaming arrangements in the information provided.
17. Will NASA fund non-U.S. organizations?
NASA generally provides funding only to U.S. institutions. Non-U.S. organizations may participate under NASA's "no exchange of funds" policy, meaning they can collaborate but are expected to cover their own costs unless the specific NRA element includes special provisions.
18. Where can non-U.S. proposers find guidance on participation rules?
Non-U.S. proposers were directed to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers (including Appendix B and other referenced sections) for detailed rules, including cases involving non-U.S. organizations proposing work that includes U.S. personnel for whom NASA support is requested.
19. How were proposals submitted?
Submission was electronic. Proposals had to be submitted by an authorized official of the proposing organization through NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system) or through Grants.gov.
20. Is advance registration required?
Yes. Any organization intending to submit had to be registered in NSPIRES. Organizations using Grants.gov also had to be registered in Grants.gov in addition to NSPIRES.
21. Who must be registered in NSPIRES?
NSPIRES registration had to identify authorized organizational representatives. All principal investigators and co-investigators needed to be individually registered in NSPIRES regardless of whether submission occurred via NSPIRES or Grants.gov.
22. Why does NASA recommend starting registration early?
NASA advised applicants to start registration and system familiarization early to avoid last-minute access and submission problems.
23. Where are the technical scope and proposal content requirements defined?
The Terrestrial Hydrology-specific technical scope, proposal content requirements, evaluation considerations, and program officer contacts were provided in the ROSES 2010 appendices for the relevant element.
24. Can the solicitation change after it is released?
Yes. NASA noted that amendments and clarifications could be issued through February 2011 and encouraged proposers to monitor the NSPIRES solicitation page or subscribe to notifications.
25. Who should be contacted for general ROSES policy and procedure questions?
General policy and procedure questions for ROSES were directed to Dr. Max Bernstein at NASA Headquarters (Science Mission Directorate), using the contact information provided in the announcement.
26. Who should be contacted for Terrestrial Hydrology program element questions?
Program element questions were directed to the relevant program officers listed in the ROSES 2010 appendices for the Terrestrial Hydrology element.
27. What do the posted/created dates in the listing indicate?
The public posting metadata for the specific listing shows a posted date and creation date of March 16, 2010. These metadata reflect how the opportunity was represented in the grants portal at that time, while ROSES 2010 itself uses element-specific schedules and rolling due dates.
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