Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH15ZDA001N LARS
Apply for NNH15ZDA001N LARS
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROSES 2015 Laboratory Analysis of Returned Samples" 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, 2015 and posted on Mar 17, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 26, 2015. (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 2015 Laboratory Analysis of Returned Samples (LARS) is a program element within NASA Headquarters' annual omnibus solicitation known as ROSES (Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences), issued under the funding opportunity number NNH15ZDA001N. The overall purpose of this call is to fund basic and applied research that advances the objectives of NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD). While the title highlights laboratory analysis of returned samples, the umbrella solicitation spans a wide range of space and Earth science research and enabling technologies, from theory and modeling to instrument and mission concept development, and from analysis of NASA science data to field campaigns and applied information systems that turn Earth science research into societal benefits.
Within the scope of work, NASA is looking for proposals that support SMD science through activities such as analysis and interpretation of mission data; development of investigation concepts that can fly on platforms like aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and other suborbital reusable launch vehicles; and advancement of techniques and technologies needed for future missions. A key emphasis relevant to LARS is the development of methods for, and the laboratory analysis of, extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft. The solicitation also explicitly includes laboratory and field work involving terrestrial samples when they help validate, calibrate, or otherwise verify observations made by NASA Earth system science missions. In addition, it covers work to determine atomic and compositional parameters needed to interpret space-based measurements and returned materials, as well as efforts tied to integrated Earth system modeling and the creation of applied data systems that align with SMD goals.
Funding levels vary widely depending on the nature and scale of the proposed effort. NASA notes that awards can be under $100,000 per year for focused efforts such as data analysis, but can exceed $1 million per year for larger, more complex activities such as development of science experiment hardware. The amount available for any specific program element under ROSES can range from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which means selection outcomes can vary from only a handful of awards to several dozen, depending on program priorities and the quality and volume of submissions. Awards may be made through multiple mechanisms including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers, with the mechanism driven by the proposer type and program requirements. The typical project period is four years, though some elements may allow shorter or longer performance periods up to a five-year maximum.
Eligibility is broad in terms of organization type: domestic and foreign entities, government and private organizations, for-profit and nonprofit institutions may apply, and there is no stated restriction on the number of proposals submitted or on teaming arrangements. At the same time, NASA highlights an important policy constraint for non-U.S. participation: investigations involving non-U.S. organizations are generally conducted on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, meaning NASA typically does not provide funding to the foreign organization. The opportunity also notes that, in general, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions, and non-U.S. proposers are directed to specific sections of the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed rules, especially in cases where U.S. personnel are involved and NASA support is requested.
Submission is electronic and must be made by an authorized organizational representative, with proposals submitted either through NASA's NSPIRES system or through Grants.gov. Registration requirements are emphasized: all organizations must be registered in NSPIRES, and those submitting through Grants.gov must be registered in both systems. All principal investigators and other named participants (such as co-investigators) must also be registered in NSPIRES regardless of the submission pathway. NASA encourages applicants to start registration and familiarize themselves with the submission systems well ahead of the relevant due dates to avoid last-minute administrative problems.
Key administrative details in the announcement include its categorization as a discretionary opportunity within science and technology and other research and development (CFDA 43.001, Science), with no cost sharing or matching requirement. The posting date is March 17, 2015, with an original closing date of April 24, 2015 that was later extended to a current closing date of June 26, 2015, and an archive date of July 26, 2015. Program-specific requirements, exact due dates, and the full list of solicited topics are organized in ROSES appendices and referenced tables within the NRA. NASA also points applicants to NSPIRES for updates and amendments through February 2016, provides web resources for an amendment archive and FAQs, and identifies program officers for element-specific questions. For general ROSES policy and procedural questions, the notice directs inquiries to Dr. Max Bernstein (SMD) via sara@nasa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - ROSES 2015 Laboratory Analysis of Returned Samples (LARS)
1) What is ROSES 2015 LARS?
ROSES 2015 Laboratory Analysis of Returned Samples (LARS) is a program element within NASA Headquarters' annual omnibus solicitation called ROSES (Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences). It is issued under the funding opportunity number NNH15ZDA001N and supports basic and applied research aligned with NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD).
2) Is this opportunity only for laboratory analysis of returned samples?
No. While LARS emphasizes methods development and laboratory analysis of extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft, ROSES as an umbrella solicitation spans a wide range of space and Earth science research and enabling technologies. This includes theory and modeling, instrument and mission concept development, analysis of NASA science data, field campaigns, and applied information systems that translate Earth science research into societal benefits.
3) What is the main goal of this solicitation?
The overall purpose is to fund basic and applied research that advances the objectives of NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD).
4) What types of activities are within scope?
NASA is seeking proposals that support SMD science through activities such as:
- Analysis and interpretation of mission data
- Development of investigation concepts that can fly on platforms such as aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and other suborbital reusable launch vehicles
- Advancement of techniques and technologies needed for future missions
- Development of methods for, and laboratory analysis of, extraterrestrial returned samples
- Laboratory and field work using terrestrial samples when used to validate, calibrate, or verify observations from NASA Earth system science missions
- Work to determine atomic and compositional parameters needed to interpret space-based measurements and returned materials
- Integrated Earth system modeling
- Creation of applied data systems aligned with SMD goals
5) Does the solicitation allow work involving terrestrial (Earth) samples?
Yes. The solicitation explicitly includes laboratory and field work involving terrestrial samples when those samples are used to validate, calibrate, or otherwise verify observations made by NASA Earth system science missions.
6) What platforms can proposed investigation concepts target?
The opportunity mentions investigation concepts that could fly on aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station (ISS), CubeSats, and other suborbital reusable launch vehicles.
7) How much funding is available?
Funding levels vary widely depending on the proposed effort. NASA notes that awards may be under $100,000 per year for focused efforts such as data analysis, and can exceed $1 million per year for larger, more complex activities such as the development of science experiment hardware.
8) How much funding is available for a specific ROSES program element?
NASA indicates that the amount available for any specific program element under ROSES can range from less than $1 million to several million dollars. As a result, the number of awards can vary from only a handful to several dozen depending on priorities and the quality and number of proposals received.
9) What funding mechanisms might NASA use for awards?
Awards may be made through multiple mechanisms, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The specific mechanism depends on proposer type and program requirements.
10) What is the typical project period?
The typical project period is four years. Some program elements may allow shorter or longer periods, up to a maximum of five years.
11) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement specifies that there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
12) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad. Domestic and foreign entities, government and private organizations, and for-profit and nonprofit institutions may apply.
13) Are there limits on the number of proposals or on teaming arrangements?
No limits are stated in the provided information. The notice indicates there is no stated restriction on the number of proposals submitted or on teaming arrangements.
14) Can non-U.S. organizations participate and receive NASA funding?
NASA highlights 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 provide funding to the foreign organization. The opportunity also notes that, in general, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions. Non-U.S. proposers are directed to the NASA Guidebook for Proposers for detailed rules, particularly where U.S. personnel are involved and NASA support is requested.
15) How must proposals be submitted?
Submission is electronic and must be made by an authorized organizational representative. Proposals may be submitted through NASA's NSPIRES system or through Grants.gov.
16) What registrations are required to submit?
Registration requirements are emphasized:
- All organizations must be registered in NSPIRES.
- If submitting through Grants.gov, the organization must be registered in both Grants.gov and NSPIRES.
- All principal investigators and other named participants (including co-investigators) must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of whether the proposal is submitted through NSPIRES or Grants.gov.
17) Why does NASA recommend early registration?
NASA encourages applicants to start registration and become familiar with the submission systems well ahead of the due dates to avoid last-minute administrative problems.
18) What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is NNH15ZDA001N.
19) What is the CFDA number and category for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary within science and technology and other research and development. The CFDA listing provided is 43.001 (Science).
20) What are the key dates for this announcement?
- Posting date: March 17, 2015
- Original closing date: April 24, 2015
- Extended/current closing date: June 26, 2015
- Archive date: July 26, 2015
21) Where are the program-specific requirements, due dates, and topic lists found?
The notice states that program-specific requirements, exact due dates, and the full list of solicited topics are organized in ROSES appendices and referenced tables within the NASA Research Announcement (NRA).
22) Where should applicants look for updates, amendments, and additional resources?
NASA points applicants to NSPIRES for updates and amendments through February 2016. The announcement also references web resources for an amendment archive and FAQs.
23) Who should be contacted for questions?
The notice identifies program officers for element-specific questions. For general ROSES policy and procedural questions, inquiries are directed to Dr. Max Bernstein (SMD) via sara@nasa.gov.
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