Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH12ZDA001N MDAP
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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 2012 Mars Data Analysis" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 43.001 Science.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 21, 2012 and posted on Jun 21, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 18, 2012. (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 2012 Mars Data Analysis is part of NASA's broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences 2012 (ROSES 2012) solicitation, issued under NASA Research Announcement (NRA) number NNH12ZDA001N by NASA Headquarters. It is designed to fund basic and applied research and related technology development that supports NASA Science Mission Directorate goals, including Planetary Science (where Mars data analysis sits), as well as Earth Science, Heliophysics, and Astrophysics. In practical terms, this opportunity invites researchers to propose projects that make scientific use of NASA mission data and that advance methods, models, and tools used to interpret those data, with Mars-focused analysis falling under the Mars Data Analysis Program element within the larger ROSES umbrella.
The scope of ROSES 2012 is intentionally broad, covering research activities such as theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; development of experiment techniques for future missions; early concepts for future missions; advancement of technologies relevant to NASA science missions; laboratory techniques and measurements that help interpret spacecraft observations (including work tied to returned extraterrestrial samples and related terrestrial analog samples); field campaigns and surface observations that support NASA science objectives; and development of applied systems that translate Earth science research into societal benefits. While Mars Data Analysis is typically centered on analyzing existing Mars mission datasets rather than building new flight hardware, the ROSES structure also accommodates larger, more complex efforts in other program elements when justified by objectives and merit.
Funding levels vary widely depending on the nature and ambition of the proposed work. NASA notes that smaller, focused efforts such as data analysis can be funded at under $100,000 per year, while larger efforts in other program elements (for example, extensive technology development or hardware-related activities) can exceed $1 million per year. Budgets available within each specific program element range from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which means the number of awards can vary from only a few to several dozen depending on the element's priorities and the quality and quantity of submissions. Awards may be issued as grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, or inter- or intra-agency transfers, depending on the proposing organization and the program requirements. The typical performance period is four years, though some elements may allow shorter or longer durations up to a maximum of five years.
Eligibility is broad in terms of organization type: government and private entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and domestic and foreign institutions may submit proposals, and there is no limit on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements. At the same time, NASA emphasizes a key policy point for foreign participation: investigations involving non-U.S. organizations are generally conducted on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA typically does not provide funding directly to non-U.S. institutions. The solicitation further points proposers to NASA's NRA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed rules, including special instructions for proposals involving non-U.S. organizations where NASA support is requested for U.S. personnel.
Key dates for ROSES 2012 span much of the year and into the following year, with program-element proposal due dates beginning May 4, 2012 and continuing through March 22, 2013. For many program elements, NASA requests a Notice of Intent (NOI) to propose, with the earliest NOI date listed as March 16, 2012. For the specific Grants.gov posting associated with the ROSES 2012 Mars Data Analysis listing, the posted date is June 21, 2012, with a closing date of September 18, 2012 and an archive date of October 18, 2012. Because ROSES is organized by appendices and program elements, applicants are expected to follow the due date and instructions associated with the specific Mars Data Analysis program element as described in the ROSES appendices and the due-date tables.
Submission is electronic and must be completed by an authorized organizational official. Proposals can be submitted through NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system) or via Grants.gov, but in either case the organization must be registered in NSPIRES, and all investigators and co-investigators must have NSPIRES registrations. If submitting through Grants.gov, registration with Grants.gov is also required. NASA strongly encourages organizations to complete registrations and become familiar with the submission systems well ahead of deadlines to avoid administrative problems close to the due date. The ROSES appendices contain the program-by-program requirements and points of contact (program officers) for technical questions about individual elements, while general policy and procedural questions are directed to the ROSES lead contact at NASA Headquarters (Dr. Max Bernstein), using the provided email and phone information in the announcement.
Overall, this opportunity is essentially a pathway for universities, research institutions, companies, and other eligible organizations to obtain NASA funding to perform rigorous scientific analysis of Mars mission data (within the Mars Data Analysis element) under the larger ROSES 2012 framework, with clear expectations around electronic submission, advance registration, adherence to appendix-specific instructions, and compliance with NASA policies for domestic and international participation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): ROSES 2012 Mars Data Analysis (NASA ROSES 2012)
What is the ROSES 2012 Mars Data Analysis opportunity?
ROSES 2012 Mars Data Analysis is a funding opportunity within NASA's broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences 2012 (ROSES 2012) solicitation. It supports basic and applied research and related technology development aligned with NASA's Science Mission Directorate goals, with Mars-focused work falling under the Planetary Science area and specifically the Mars Data Analysis program element.
What solicitation and announcement number covers this opportunity?
This opportunity is issued under a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) number NNH12ZDA001N by NASA Headquarters as part of ROSES 2012.
What kinds of projects does the Mars Data Analysis element support?
Based on the description provided, Mars Data Analysis projects are expected to make scientific use of NASA mission data and to advance the methods, models, and tools used to interpret those data. The emphasis is typically on analyzing existing Mars mission datasets rather than building new flight hardware.
Is ROSES 2012 limited to Mars Data Analysis?
No. ROSES 2012 is intentionally broad and spans multiple science areas, including Planetary Science, Earth Science, Heliophysics, and Astrophysics. Mars Data Analysis is one program element within this larger ROSES framework.
What types of activities are generally within scope under ROSES 2012?
ROSES 2012 can include research such as theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; development of experiment techniques for future missions; early concepts for future missions; advancement of technologies relevant to NASA science missions; laboratory techniques and measurements to help interpret spacecraft observations (including work tied to returned extraterrestrial samples and related terrestrial analog samples); field campaigns and surface observations supporting NASA science objectives; and applied systems that translate Earth science research into societal benefits.
How much funding is available for projects under this solicitation?
Funding levels vary widely by the nature and ambition of the proposed work and by the specific program element. NASA indicates that smaller, focused efforts such as data analysis can be funded at under $100,000 per year, while larger efforts in other program elements can exceed $1 million per year. Budgets within individual program elements may range from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which affects how many awards can be made.
How many awards will be made?
The number of awards can vary significantly by program element, ranging from only a few to several dozen, depending on element priorities and the quality and quantity of submissions.
What types of award instruments might NASA use?
Awards may be issued as grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, or inter- or intra-agency transfers, depending on the proposing organization and program requirements.
What is the typical project duration (performance period)?
The typical performance period is four years. Some program elements may allow shorter or longer periods, up to a maximum of five years.
Who is eligible to submit a proposal?
Eligibility is broad. Government and private entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and domestic and foreign institutions may submit proposals.
Is there a limit on the number of proposals an organization can submit?
No limit on the number of proposals is indicated in the information provided, and there is no limit on teaming arrangements.
Can non-U.S. (foreign) organizations participate?
Yes, foreign institutions may submit proposals; however, NASA emphasizes that investigations involving non-U.S. organizations are generally conducted on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA typically does not provide funding directly to non-U.S. institutions.
What does "no exchange of funds" mean for foreign participation?
It means that, in general, NASA does not provide funding directly to non-U.S. institutions. The solicitation references the NASA NRA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed rules, including special instructions for proposals involving non-U.S. organizations where NASA support is requested for U.S. personnel.
Where do applicants find the specific instructions for the Mars Data Analysis program element?
ROSES is organized by appendices and program elements. Applicants are expected to follow the instructions and due dates associated with the specific Mars Data Analysis program element as described in the ROSES appendices and the ROSES due-date tables.
What are the key dates mentioned for ROSES 2012?
Program-element proposal due dates begin May 4, 2012 and continue through March 22, 2013. For many program elements, NASA requests a Notice of Intent (NOI), with the earliest NOI date listed as March 16, 2012. For the specific Grants.gov posting associated with the ROSES 2012 Mars Data Analysis listing, the posted date is June 21, 2012, the closing date is September 18, 2012, and the archive date is October 18, 2012.
Which due date should an applicant follow for Mars Data Analysis?
Because ROSES is organized by appendices and program elements, applicants should follow the due date and instructions tied to the specific Mars Data Analysis program element as provided in the ROSES appendices and due-date tables.
Is a Notice of Intent (NOI) required?
For many ROSES program elements, NASA requests a Notice of Intent (NOI) to propose. The information provided does not state that an NOI is mandatory for Mars Data Analysis specifically, but it does indicate that NOIs are requested for many elements and that applicants should follow element-specific appendix instructions.
How are proposals submitted?
Submission is electronic and must be completed by an authorized organizational official. Proposals can be submitted through NSPIRES or via Grants.gov, but in either case the organization must be registered in NSPIRES, and all investigators and co-investigators must have NSPIRES registrations.
Can an applicant submit through Grants.gov instead of NSPIRES?
Yes, proposals can be submitted via Grants.gov. If submitting through Grants.gov, registration with Grants.gov is also required. NASA also notes that the organization must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of submission route.
Who needs to be registered in NSPIRES?
The organization must be registered in NSPIRES, and all investigators and co-investigators must have NSPIRES registrations.
Who is responsible for completing the electronic submission?
The proposal must be submitted electronically by an authorized organizational official.
What should applicants do to avoid last-minute submission issues?
NASA strongly encourages organizations to complete required registrations and become familiar with the submission systems well ahead of deadlines to avoid administrative problems close to the due date.
Who should applicants contact for technical questions about the Mars Data Analysis element?
The ROSES appendices contain program-by-program requirements and points of contact (program officers) for technical questions about individual program elements, including Mars Data Analysis.
Who should applicants contact for general policy or procedural questions?
General policy and procedural questions are directed to the ROSES lead contact at NASA Headquarters, Dr. Max Bernstein, using the email and phone information provided in the announcement.
What is the overall purpose of this opportunity?
It provides a pathway for eligible organizations (including universities, research institutions, companies, and others) to obtain NASA support to perform scientific analysis of Mars mission data under the larger ROSES 2012 framework, with an emphasis on electronic submission, advance registration, adherence to appendix-specific instructions, and compliance with NASA policies for domestic and international participation.
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