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ROSES 2016: Physical Oceanography is part of NASA's broader Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) solicitation (NRA number NNH16ZDA001N), run by NASA Headquarters under the Science Mission Directorate (SMD). In practical terms, it is a competitive funding opportunity for research and technology work that strengthens NASA's Earth and space science missions, with this specific listing pointing to the Physical Oceanography area within the ROSES framework. The solicitation is designed to support both basic and applied research, meaning proposals can range from fundamental studies (like theory development and process understanding) to more mission-connected efforts (like new analysis methods, tools, and enabling technologies that help NASA collect, interpret, and use ocean-related observations).

The scope is intentionally broad and spans many kinds of activities NASA relies on to produce science from its missions. Examples include theory, numerical modeling, and analysis of NASA science data; research that makes use of platforms such as aircraft, scientific balloons, sounding rockets, the International Space Station, CubeSats, and other suborbital or reusable launch vehicle investigations; and the development of experimental techniques or concepts that could feed into future NASA missions. It also includes technology development relevant to SMD needs, as well as field and Earth surface observation campaigns that help support, validate, or interpret measurements tied to NASA Earth system science. In addition, NASA highlights work on integrated Earth system models and applied information systems that translate Earth science research outputs into societal benefits, signaling interest not only in discovery science but also in workflows and systems that help decision makers use Earth observations.

Funding levels are flexible and depend on the program element and the nature of the work proposed. The notice explains that smaller, focused efforts such as data analysis can be funded at under $100,000 per year, while large and complex efforts, such as development of specialized scientific hardware, can exceed $1 million per year. Within each ROSES program element, the total funding available may range from less than $1 million to several million dollars, which means NASA might fund just a handful of proposals in some areas or several dozen in others, depending on program priorities and the quality and volume of submissions.

NASA can issue awards using several different mechanisms, chosen based on the project and organization. These include grants and cooperative agreements (both explicitly listed), and the broader ROSES language also notes the possibility of contracts and inter- or intra-agency transfers when appropriate. The typical performance period is three years, but some program elements may allow up to five years, while others may require shorter timelines, so applicants are expected to follow the specific rules and limits described in the relevant appendix for the program element they are targeting.

Eligibility is open and expansive. Organizations of essentially every type may apply, including domestic and foreign entities, government and private organizations, for-profit and nonprofit groups, and applicants may propose teaming arrangements without restriction. A key constraint is NASA's policy for non-U.S. organizations: projects involving non-U.S. partners must be done on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, meaning NASA generally will not transfer funds to those non-U.S. entities, and arrangements must be structured accordingly.

All proposals must be submitted electronically by the due date tied to the specific program element. Submissions can be made through NASA's NSPIRES system or through Grants.gov, but NSPIRES registration is mandatory in either case. If an organization uses Grants.gov, it must be registered there as well as in NSPIRES. The submission must be completed by an authorized organizational representative, and every principal investigator and co-investigator (and other participants, as applicable) must be registered in NSPIRES regardless of the submission route. NASA strongly encourages prospective applicants to start registrations and system familiarization early, since account setup and organizational authorizations can take time.

Because ROSES is a collection of many program elements bundled under one umbrella solicitation, the detailed requirements, program descriptions, contacts, and the exact due dates are located in the ROSES appendices and referenced tables (Tables 2 and 3 are specifically mentioned). NASA also notes that amendments, clarifications, and new program elements may be released through February 2017, and applicants are encouraged to monitor NSPIRES or subscribe to notifications. Additional help is provided through the ROSES 2016 web pages, an FAQ resource, and direct contact with program officers listed for each program element. For general policy and procedural questions about ROSES, the notice points to the SMD research contact (sara@nasa.gov) and names Max Bernstein as the lead point of contact.

Key administrative details for this posting include an original and current closing date of June 30, 2016, a posting and creation date of May 2, 2016, and a CFDA listing of 43.001. The funding instrument types highlighted include grants and cooperative agreements, consistent with how NASA commonly supports competed research and related development under ROSES.

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