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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 2013 Opportunities in Education and Public Outreach for Earth and Space Science" 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 Apr 30, 2013 and posted on Mar 1, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 24, 2013 Amendment 11 to ROSES 2013, released on April 24, placed this solicitation on hold.. (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 2013 Opportunities in Education and Public Outreach for Earth and Space Science (Funding Opportunity Number NNH13ZDA001N) sits within NASA's larger Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences 2013 (ROSES 2013) solicitation. In practical terms, this NASA Research Announcement is a broad, agency-wide call for proposals that support NASA's Science Mission Directorate across Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics. While this particular listing highlights education and public outreach for Earth and space science, it is framed as part of the wider ROSES structure, meaning applicants are expected to align with the specific program elements and instructions described in the ROSES appendices and tables rather than relying on a single, one-size-fits-all set of requirements.
The solicitation is designed to fund both basic and applied research and enabling activities that strengthen NASA science. The scope is intentionally wide and includes work such as theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; investigations using aircraft, stratospheric balloons, suborbital rockets, and commercial reusable rockets; development of experimental techniques that could be used on future missions; early-stage mission concept development; and development of advanced technologies relevant to future science missions. It also includes laboratory analysis of extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft as well as terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret Earth-observing mission data, along with work to determine key atomic and compositional parameters needed for interpreting observations. On the Earth science side, it also spans field campaigns and surface observations supporting NASA missions, integrated Earth system modeling, and the development of applied systems that translate Earth science research data into societal benefits and usable information products.
Funding levels vary substantially depending on the type and scale of the work proposed. Smaller, narrowly focused efforts (for example, a targeted data analysis study) may be funded at under $100,000 per year, while large, complex efforts (such as building and developing science experiment hardware) can exceed $1 million per year. NASA indicates that the amount available for each specific ROSES program element can range from less than $1 million to several million dollars total, which typically translates into selecting anywhere from a handful to several dozen awards per element depending on program goals and the quality and volume of submissions.
NASA may issue awards through several mechanisms, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The choice of instrument depends on the proposing organization and the nature of the work and oversight required. The typical period of performance is four years, although some elements may specify a shorter or longer duration, with an overall stated maximum of five years.
Eligibility is broad on paper: organizations of many types may submit, including government and private entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and both domestic and foreign institutions, with no stated restriction on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements. At the same time, NASA notes an important policy constraint for international participation: investigations involving non-U.S. organizations are generally conducted on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, meaning NASA typically does not transfer funds to non-U.S. entities. The eligibility notes also emphasize that proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES, that NASA generally funds U.S. institutions, and that non-U.S. organizations should consult the NASA NRA Guidebook (including Appendix B and other cited sections) for special conditions and instructions, especially for proposals that involve U.S. personnel who would receive NASA support.
The operational side of applying runs through NASA's electronic systems. Proposals must be submitted electronically by the relevant due dates for the program element being targeted, and submission must be made by an authorized official of the proposing organization. NASA allows submission through NSPIRES (the NASA proposal system) or through Grants.gov, but in either case the organization must be registered in NSPIRES, and if using Grants.gov it must be registered there as well. Registration must identify authorized organizational representatives who can submit on the institution's behalf, and all principal investigators and other named participants (such as co-investigators) must also be registered in NSPIRES. NASA strongly encourages applicants to begin registration and system familiarization early to avoid last-minute technical or administrative issues.
Key dates are spread across the ROSES schedule and vary by program element, with due dates listed in Tables 2 and 3 of the ROSES NRA and program details in the appendices. The text indicates that Notices of Intent are requested for most elements, with early NOI deadlines beginning March 16, 2013, and proposal due dates scheduled starting May 4, 2013 (with multiple deadlines extending across the ROSES cycle). For this specific funding opportunity record, the posting date is listed as March 1, 2013, with an original closing date of May 23, 2013, and a current closing date of April 24, 2013. It also notes that Amendment 11 to ROSES 2013, released on April 24, placed this solicitation on hold, and an archive date is shown as June 30, 2013, which signals that applicants needed to watch amendments closely.
NASA directs applicants to monitor NSPIRES for updates and to subscribe to notifications for amendments and new elements. It also points to a web archive and RSS feed for ROSES 2013 amendments, clarifications, and corrections hosted on NASA's science website. Questions about individual program elements are meant to go to the program officers listed in the appendices, while general policy and procedural questions for ROSES can be directed to Max Bernstein at NASA Headquarters (email sara@nasa.gov, phone 202-358-0879). The funding opportunity is categorized as discretionary, falls under the Science and Technology and other Research and Development activity category, and lists CFDA 43.001 (Science), with no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is "ROSES 2013 Opportunities in Education and Public Outreach for Earth and Space Science" under NASA's broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences 2013 (ROSES 2013) solicitation (Funding Opportunity Number NNH13ZDA001N). It is part of a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) that supports the Science Mission Directorate across Earth Science, Heliophysics, Planetary Science, and Astrophysics.
2. Is this a single, standalone program with one set of requirements?
No. Although this listing highlights education and public outreach for Earth and space science, it is framed within the wider ROSES structure. Applicants are expected to follow the specific program elements and instructions described in the ROSES appendices and tables, rather than relying on a single universal set of rules.
3. What types of work can be funded under ROSES 2013?
The scope is intentionally broad and can include basic and applied research as well as enabling activities that strengthen NASA science. Examples mentioned include theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; investigations using aircraft, stratospheric balloons, suborbital rockets, and commercial reusable rockets; development of experimental techniques for potential future missions; early-stage mission concept development; advanced technologies relevant to future missions; laboratory analysis of extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft; terrestrial sample analysis supporting Earth-observing mission data; determination of key atomic and compositional parameters needed to interpret observations; Earth science field campaigns and surface observations supporting NASA missions; integrated Earth system modeling; and applied systems that turn Earth science research data into societal benefits and usable information products.
4. How does the education and public outreach focus fit into ROSES 2013?
This listing specifically highlights education and public outreach for Earth and space science, but it remains part of ROSES 2013 overall. That means the relevant program element details, due dates, and requirements are located in the ROSES appendices and in the ROSES tables listing deadlines.
5. How much funding is available?
Funding levels can vary widely by the type and scale of the work. Smaller, narrowly focused efforts (such as a targeted data analysis study) may be funded at under $100,000 per year, while large, complex efforts (such as building and developing science experiment hardware) can exceed $1 million per year.
6. How much funding is available for each specific ROSES program element?
NASA indicates that the amount available per specific ROSES program element can range from less than $1 million to several million dollars total. Depending on program goals and the quality and volume of proposals received, that could translate into selecting anywhere from a handful to several dozen awards per element.
7. What award mechanisms might NASA use?
NASA may issue awards through grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The mechanism used depends on the proposing organization and the nature of the work and oversight required.
8. What is the typical project period (period of performance)?
The typical period of performance is four years. Some program elements may specify a shorter or longer duration, with an overall stated maximum of five years.
9. Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad: many organization types may submit proposals, including government and private entities, for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and domestic and foreign institutions.
10. Are there limits on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements?
No limits are stated on the number of proposals or teaming arrangements based on the information provided.
11. Can non-U.S. organizations participate?
Yes, but NASA notes a key policy constraint: investigations involving non-U.S. organizations are generally conducted on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, meaning NASA typically does not transfer funds to non-U.S. entities.
12. If NASA typically does not fund non-U.S. organizations, what should international proposers do?
Non-U.S. organizations are instructed to consult the NASA NRA Guidebook (including Appendix B and other cited sections) for special conditions and instructions, especially for proposals that involve U.S. personnel who would receive NASA support.
13. Is NSPIRES registration required?
Yes. Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system). All principal investigators and other named participants (such as co-investigators) must also be registered in NSPIRES.
14. How do proposals have to be submitted?
Proposals must be submitted electronically by the relevant due dates for the program element being targeted. Submission must be made by an authorized official of the proposing organization.
15. Can proposals be submitted through Grants.gov?
Yes. NASA allows submission through NSPIRES or through Grants.gov. However, the organization must be registered in NSPIRES in either case, and if using Grants.gov it must be registered there as well.
16. Who must be listed/registered as authorized to submit?
Registration must identify authorized organizational representatives who can submit on the institution's behalf, and proposal submission must be made by an authorized official of the proposing organization.
17. Where are the due dates and program element details found?
Due dates are listed by program element in Tables 2 and 3 of the ROSES NRA, and program details are in the ROSES appendices. The schedule varies depending on which element you are applying to.
18. Are Notices of Intent (NOIs) required?
NOIs are requested for most program elements. The information provided indicates early NOI deadlines beginning March 16, 2013.
19. When were proposals due?
Proposal due dates across ROSES begin as early as May 4, 2013 and continue across the ROSES cycle depending on the element. For this specific funding opportunity record, the posting date is March 1, 2013, the original closing date is listed as May 23, 2013, and the current closing date is listed as April 24, 2013.
20. Was this opportunity placed on hold?
Yes. Amendment 11 to ROSES 2013, released on April 24, placed this solicitation on hold. An archive date of June 30, 2013 is shown, highlighting the need to watch amendments closely.
21. How should applicants track amendments and updates?
NASA directs applicants to monitor NSPIRES for updates and to subscribe to notifications for amendments and new elements. NASA also points to a web archive and RSS feed for ROSES 2013 amendments, clarifications, and corrections hosted on NASA's science website.
22. Who should questions be directed to?
Questions about individual program elements should be directed to the program officers listed in the ROSES appendices. General policy and procedural questions for ROSES can be directed to Max Bernstein at NASA Headquarters (email: sara@nasa.gov; phone: 202-358-0879).
23. What type of grant is this categorized as?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary and falls under the "Science and Technology and other Research and Development" activity category.
24. What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The listing includes CFDA 43.001 (Science).
25. Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is stated in the information provided.
26. What is the main practical takeaway for applicants?
The main operational point is that ROSES is organized by program elements, each with its own instructions, deadlines, and sometimes different expectations. Applicants should rely on the relevant ROSES tables and appendices for the element they plan to target and monitor amendments in NSPIRES, especially because this solicitation was placed on hold via an amendment.
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