Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH15ZDA001N PSTAR
Apply for NNH15ZDA001N PSTAR
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROSES 2015 Planetary Science and Technology Through Analog Research" 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 Aug 19, 2015 and posted on Jul 13, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 25, 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 Planetary Science and Technology Through Analog Research (PSTAR) is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity released under the broader ROSES 2015 omnibus solicitation (NASA Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences), Funding Opportunity Number NNH15ZDA001N. Through this call, NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) seeks proposals for both basic and applied research that strengthen current and future NASA science missions. While the PSTAR label points to planetary science and technology work that benefits from analog research (using Earth-based sites, materials, and testbeds to simulate planetary environments and mission conditions), the ROSES umbrella described in the announcement is intentionally wide and can include many kinds of supporting science and technology activities tied to SMD priorities.
The opportunity supports a broad range of research and development, including theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; field and laboratory investigations; and the development of new mission-enabling techniques and technologies. Examples specifically called out include work using aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and suborbital reusable launch vehicles, as well as the development of experiment methods suitable for future space missions. It also includes early-stage mission concept development, advanced technology development relevant to SMD missions, and laboratory analysis techniques for both extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft and terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret mission observations. In addition, the solicitation highlights work to determine atomic and compositional parameters needed to analyze space-based measurements and returned samples, and it welcomes Earth surface observations and field campaigns that support NASA science missions. On the Earth science side of SMD interests, it also references integrated Earth system modeling and applied information systems that translate Earth science research data into societal benefits, indicating that proposals may span from fundamental science through applied data systems as long as they align with SMD objectives.
Funding levels vary widely depending on the scope of work. NASA notes that smaller, focused efforts such as limited data analysis may be under $100,000 per year, while large, complex efforts such as development of science experiment hardware can exceed $1,000,000 per year. The total amount available depends on the specific program element within ROSES: individual elements may have budgets ranging from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which in turn affects how many proposals can be selected (from only a few to potentially several dozen) based on program goals and proposal quality.
Awards may be issued using different funding instruments depending on the proposer and the work being performed, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers. The typical period of performance is four years, though some elements may specify shorter or longer durations, with a stated maximum of five years.
Eligibility is broad in terms of organization type: domestic or foreign, government or private, for-profit or nonprofit organizations may submit, and there is no stated restriction on the number of submissions or teaming arrangements. However, NASA emphasizes a key policy for international participation: projects involving non-U.S. organizations must generally be conducted on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA funding typically does not flow to non-U.S. entities. The eligibility notes also clarify that proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES (NASA's proposal system), and that NASA generally provides funding only to U.S. institutions, with specific guidance for non-U.S. participation referenced in the NASA Guidebook for Proposers.
Submission is electronic and must be made by an authorized organizational official by the due date associated with the relevant ROSES program element. Proposals can be submitted through NSPIRES or via Grants.gov, but in either case registration in NSPIRES is required. If submitting through Grants.gov, the organization must be registered in both systems. NASA also requires that the authorized organizational representative(s) be identified in the registration and that all investigators and key participants (including co-investigators) be registered in NSPIRES. Because registration and system familiarization can take time, NASA advises prospective applicants to start early.
Key dates listed for this specific posting include a Posted Date of July 13, 2015, an Original Closing Date of July 24, 2015, and a Current Closing Date of September 25, 2015, with an Archive Date of October 25, 2015. The announcement notes that the detailed content of what is being solicited is organized by program elements in the ROSES appendices, with names, due dates, and links provided in ROSES tables. NASA also encourages applicants to monitor NSPIRES for amendments or new elements through February 2016, when the next ROSES cycle was expected, and it provides web locations for an amendment archive and a FAQ page.
For applicant support and policy questions, the solicitation points to ROSES program officers for element-specific guidance and identifies Dr. Max Bernstein (SMD Lead for Research) as a point of contact for general ROSES policies and procedures, with the SARA mailbox (sara@nasa.gov) provided for questions. The funding activity is categorized as Science and Technology and other Research and Development (CFDA 43.001), does not require cost sharing or matching, and may be awarded as a grant or cooperative agreement depending on the project and applicant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - ROSES 2015 Planetary Science and Technology Through Analog Research (PSTAR)
What is this funding opportunity?
ROSES 2015 Planetary Science and Technology Through Analog Research (PSTAR) is a NASA Headquarters funding opportunity released under the broader ROSES 2015 omnibus solicitation (NASA Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences). The Funding Opportunity Number is NNH15ZDA001N.
Who is offering the funding?
The funding is offered by NASA, specifically through NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD).
What is the purpose of ROSES 2015/PSTAR?
NASA SMD seeks proposals for both basic and applied research that strengthen current and future NASA science missions. PSTAR focuses on planetary science and technology efforts that benefit from analog research, but it sits under the broader ROSES umbrella that can include many related science and technology activities tied to SMD priorities.
What does "analog research" mean in this context?
Analog research refers to using Earth-based sites, materials, and testbeds to simulate planetary environments and mission conditions, supporting planetary science and technology development and validation.
What kinds of projects are supported?
The opportunity supports a wide range of research and development activities, including theory, modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; field and laboratory investigations; and development of new mission-enabling techniques and technologies.
Are both basic and applied research proposals allowed?
Yes. NASA indicates it is seeking proposals for both basic and applied research as long as they strengthen current and future NASA science missions and align with SMD objectives.
What are examples of platforms or mission-related activities mentioned as supported?
Examples specifically called out include research using aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and suborbital reusable launch vehicles, as well as development of experiment methods suitable for future space missions.
Does the opportunity include technology development?
Yes. It includes advanced technology development relevant to SMD missions, development of new mission-enabling techniques and technologies, and development of experiment methods suitable for future space missions.
Does the opportunity include early-stage mission concept development?
Yes. Early-stage mission concept development is included among the supported activities described in the solicitation summary.
Does it support sample analysis work?
Yes. It includes laboratory analysis techniques for both extraterrestrial samples returned by spacecraft and terrestrial samples used to validate or interpret mission observations.
Does NASA mention work related to atomic/compositional parameters?
Yes. The solicitation highlights work to determine atomic and compositional parameters needed to analyze space-based measurements and returned samples.
Are Earth surface observations or field campaigns included?
Yes. The opportunity welcomes Earth surface observations and field campaigns that support NASA science missions.
Is Earth science work eligible under this ROSES umbrella?
The ROSES umbrella described in the announcement is intentionally wide and references SMD interests that include integrated Earth system modeling and applied information systems that translate Earth science research data into societal benefits, provided the work aligns with SMD objectives and the relevant ROSES program element.
How do I know what is actually being solicited for my topic area?
The detailed content is organized by program elements in the ROSES appendices. Names, due dates, and links are provided in ROSES tables, and applicants are directed to those elements for specific requirements and scope.
How much funding is available?
Funding levels vary widely depending on the scope of work. NASA notes that smaller, focused efforts (such as limited data analysis) may be under $100,000 per year, while larger, complex efforts (such as development of science experiment hardware) can exceed $1,000,000 per year.
What determines how many awards may be made?
The total amount available depends on the specific ROSES program element. Individual elements may have budgets ranging from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which affects how many proposals can be selected (from only a few to potentially several dozen), based on program goals and proposal quality.
What types of awards/funding instruments might NASA use?
Awards may be issued using different instruments depending on the proposer and the work being performed, including grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and inter- or intra-agency transfers.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
It may be awarded as a grant or cooperative agreement depending on the project and applicant, and other instruments (such as contracts) are also possible as described in the solicitation.
What is the typical project period of performance?
The typical period of performance is four years.
Is there a maximum project duration?
Yes. The stated maximum is five years, though some elements may specify shorter or longer durations.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The posting states that cost sharing or matching is not required.
What is the CFDA number and funding activity category?
The funding activity is categorized as Science and Technology and other Research and Development, with CFDA 43.001.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad: domestic or foreign, government or private, for-profit or nonprofit organizations may submit, subject to NASA policies described in the solicitation and related guidance.
Can foreign (non-U.S.) organizations participate?
Yes, but NASA emphasizes that projects involving non-U.S. organizations must generally be conducted on a "no exchange of funds" basis, meaning NASA funding typically does not flow to non-U.S. entities.
What does "no exchange of funds" mean for international participation?
It means NASA funding typically does not go to non-U.S. organizations; non-U.S. participation is generally expected to be supported without NASA transferring funds to the non-U.S. entity.
Does NASA generally provide funding to non-U.S. institutions?
No. The eligibility notes state that NASA generally provides funding only to U.S. institutions, with specific guidance for non-U.S. participation referenced in the NASA Guidebook for Proposers.
Are there limits on the number of proposals an organization can submit?
No restriction on the number of submissions is stated in the provided opportunity summary.
Are teaming arrangements allowed?
Yes. The summary indicates there is no stated restriction on teaming arrangements.
How are proposals submitted?
Submission is electronic and must be made by an authorized organizational official by the due date associated with the relevant ROSES program element.
Where do I submit: NSPIRES or Grants.gov?
Proposals can be submitted through NSPIRES or via Grants.gov. In either case, registration in NSPIRES is required.
If submitting through Grants.gov, what registrations are required?
If submitting through Grants.gov, the organization must be registered in both Grants.gov and NSPIRES.
Who must be registered in NSPIRES?
Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in NSPIRES. NASA also requires that authorized organizational representative(s) be identified in the registration, and that all investigators and key participants (including co-investigators) be registered in NSPIRES.
Who must submit the proposal?
The proposal must be submitted electronically by an authorized organizational official by the applicable due date for the relevant program element.
Why does NASA advise applicants to start early?
NASA notes that registration and system familiarization can take time, so prospective applicants are advised to start early to avoid missing due dates.
What are the key dates listed for this posting?
Posted Date: July 13, 2015. Original Closing Date: July 24, 2015. Current Closing Date: September 25, 2015. Archive Date: October 25, 2015.
Are there amendments or updates to watch for?
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to monitor NSPIRES for amendments or new elements through February 2016, and the announcement references an amendment archive and a FAQ page.
Who should I contact for questions about this opportunity?
For element-specific guidance, the solicitation points to ROSES program officers. For general ROSES policies and procedures, it identifies Dr. Max Bernstein (SMD Lead for Research) and provides the SARA mailbox: sara@nasa.gov.
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