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USGS Solicitation for Geologic Mapping Education and Training Projects (EDMAP)

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), through the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP) EDMAP component, is seeking proposals to support geologic mapping education and research at U.S. higher education institutions. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Department of the Interior - National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP), EDMAP Component - Products/Services Requested: - Faculty-led, mentored geologic mapping training projects for graduate and upper-level undergraduate students - Projects must produce geologic maps and associated deliverables, including field-focused and data synthesis research - Funding and Award Details: - Up to $1,500,000 in total program funding - Individual awards capped at $45,000 per 12 months for graduate students and $25,000 per 12 months for undergraduates - Maximum award duration is 24 months ($90,000 for graduate, $50,000 for undergraduate) - Up to 15 awards expected - 1:1 cost share required - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Projects must include mentored field experiences - Emphasis on coordination with State Geological Surveys - Support for Tribal Nation sovereignty and eligibility for projects on Tribal Nation lands - Eligibility restricted to faculty at accredited U.S. institutions (federal employees excluded) - Limits on the number of active projects per Principal Investigator - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for academic research and education, not a procurement of products. - Places of Performance: - United States and U.S. Territories - Tribal Nation lands (including reservations, villages, pueblos)

Description

The EDMAP component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program aims to train the next generation of geologic mappers by funding graduate and upper-level undergraduate student projects related to geologic mapping. The program supports academic programs that teach Earth science students techniques relevant to geologic mapping and data analysis. Eligible applicants include faculty members at accredited U.S. universities or colleges, excluding federal employees. Funding requests have specific limits based on student level, with awards not exceeding 24 months.

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