Opportunity Information: Apply for DOSGEO 12 GR 001 GEO 050812
Apply for DOSGEO 12 GR 001 GEO 050812
- The U.S. Mission to Georgia in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "University Research Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900 AEECA/ESF PD Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 8, 2012 and posted on May 8, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 1, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $250,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Eligibility is limited to U.S. non profit/non governmental organizations subject to 501 (c) (3) of the tax code, U.S. universities, and Georgian universities, educational institutes and non profit/non governmental organizations.
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Opportunity Summary:
The University Research Program grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DOSGEO 12 GR 001 GEO 050812) was issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi under CFDA 19.900 (AEECA/ESF PD Programs). It is a discretionary education-focused grant intended to fund one major project that runs for one to two years. The Embassy describes this as an open competition and invites proposals that directly address weaknesses in Georgian university-level research capacity and that help connect academic research more closely with real policy needs and decision-making in Georgia.
At its core, the program is meant to raise the overall standard of Georgian academic research to a more internationally competitive level. The Embassy is looking for projects that strengthen both quantitative and qualitative research skills and significantly improve academic writing among early-career Georgian scholars. A major emphasis is helping Georgian researchers produce publishable work and increasing the number and quality of Georgian scholarly publications, whether in Western academic journals or in Georgian peer-reviewed journals. The subject matter focus is applied and policy-relevant: proposals should concentrate on domestic policy issues such as health care, education, the environment, civil service and personnel systems, and local government, as well as comparative research that examines U.S.-Georgia parallels or contrasts. Another central goal is to encourage more meaningful interaction among Georgian academic researchers, civil society organizations, and government policy makers, so that research is not only academically sound but also informs public policy debate and development.
The opportunity is flexible about the specific activities applicants may propose, as long as they clearly support the research-quality and policy-engagement objectives. The Embassy notes that a proposal may include components like teaching academic English (to support reading, writing, and publishing in international contexts) and improving research library capacity and resources at Georgian institutions. The program’s direct beneficiaries are intended to be young Georgian academics, especially assistant professors, PhD candidates, and Public Policy MA students. Georgian host universities and educational institutes are identified as indirect beneficiaries, since they would gain stronger faculty skills, better research outputs, and enhanced institutional resources and networks.
Funding is set at an estimated total of $250,000, with an award ceiling and award floor both listed as $250,000, indicating a single award at that amount (Expected Awards: 1). There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The grant instrument type is a standard grant. The posting date and creation date were May 8, 2012, with an original and current closing date of July 1, 2012, and an archive date of July 31, 2012.
Eligibility is open to a mix of U.S. and Georgian institutions and organizations. Eligible applicants include U.S. nonprofit/non-governmental organizations that hold 501(c)(3) status, U.S. universities, and Georgian universities, educational institutes, and nonprofit/non-governmental organizations. The goal appears to be encouraging partnerships or at least allowing either U.S. or Georgian entities (or collaborations between them) to design and run a program that upgrades research training, mentoring, writing and publishing support, and bridges academia with government and civil society stakeholders.
For access issues or questions tied to the announcement, the listed Embassy contact is Nino Gagua, Cultural Affairs Assistant/Grants Coordinator in the Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Tbilisi (emails: gaguan@state.gov and GaguaN@state.gov; phone: 995 32 277 628).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the University Research Program grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOSGEO 12 GR 001 GEO 050812.
Which U.S. government office issued this opportunity?
It was issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi.
What CFDA program is associated with this funding?
This opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.900 (AEECA/ESF PD Programs).
Is this a discretionary grant or a formula/entitlement program?
It is described as a discretionary, education-focused grant.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity indicates Expected Awards: 1, meaning one major project is intended to be funded.
What is the total funding amount available?
The estimated total funding is $250,000.
What is the award ceiling and award floor?
Both the award ceiling and the award floor are listed as $250,000, indicating a single award at that amount.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The instrument type is a standard grant.
How long is the project period?
The Embassy intends to fund one major project that runs for one to two years.
Is this an open competition?
Yes. The Embassy describes the opportunity as an open competition.
What is the main purpose of the University Research Program?
The core purpose is to raise the overall standard of Georgian academic research to a more internationally competitive level by addressing weaknesses in Georgian university-level research capacity and connecting academic research more closely with policy needs and decision-making in Georgia.
What kinds of problems or gaps should proposals address?
Proposals should directly address weaknesses in Georgian university-level research capacity and help link academic research to real policy needs and decision-making in Georgia.
What research skills does the program aim to strengthen?
The program is looking for projects that strengthen both quantitative and qualitative research skills and significantly improve academic writing among early-career Georgian scholars.
What does the program emphasize regarding publishing?
A major emphasis is helping Georgian researchers produce publishable work and increasing both the number and quality of Georgian scholarly publications, including publications in Western academic journals and in Georgian peer-reviewed journals.
What subject areas or topics should proposals focus on?
The focus is applied and policy-relevant. Proposals should concentrate on domestic policy issues such as health care, education, the environment, civil service and personnel systems, and local government. Comparative research examining U.S.-Georgia parallels or contrasts is also included.
Is the program intended to connect researchers with government and civil society?
Yes. Another central goal is to encourage meaningful interaction among Georgian academic researchers, civil society organizations, and government policy makers, so research informs public policy debate and development.
Are applicants required to propose specific activities?
The opportunity is flexible about specific activities, as long as they clearly support the objectives of improving research quality and strengthening policy engagement.
What are examples of activities that may be included in a proposal?
The Embassy notes that a proposal may include components such as teaching academic English (to support reading, writing, and publishing in international contexts) and improving research library capacity and resources at Georgian institutions.
Who are the direct beneficiaries of the program?
The direct beneficiaries are intended to be young Georgian academics, especially assistant professors, PhD candidates, and Public Policy MA students.
Who are the indirect beneficiaries?
Georgian host universities and educational institutes are identified as indirect beneficiaries because they would gain stronger faculty skills, better research outputs, and enhanced institutional resources and networks.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is open to U.S. and Georgian institutions and organizations, including U.S. nonprofit/non-governmental organizations with 501(c)(3) status, U.S. universities, and Georgian universities, educational institutes, and nonprofit/non-governmental organizations.
Does the opportunity encourage partnerships between U.S. and Georgian organizations?
The eligibility structure allows either U.S. or Georgian entities (and collaborations between them) to design and run a program aimed at upgrading research training, mentoring, writing and publishing support, and strengthening links between academia, government, and civil society.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date (and creation date) is May 8, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date listed is July 1, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is July 31, 2012.
Who can be contacted with questions about the announcement or access issues?
The listed contact is Nino Gagua, Cultural Affairs Assistant/Grants Coordinator in the Public Affairs Section (PAS), U.S. Embassy Tbilisi.
What email addresses are provided for the Embassy contact?
The contact emails listed are gaguan@state.gov and GaguaN@state.gov.
What phone number is provided for the Embassy contact?
The listed phone number is 995 32 277 628.
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