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Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

ID: G26AS00060 • Type: Posted
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Description

U.S. Geological Survey"s (USGS) Great Lakes Science Center solicits research on development of environmentally friendly bioherbicides and strategies to control invasive Phragmites australis and other invasive plants. This project will be a collaborative effort to explore the role of microbial endophytes in enhancing the growth and stress tolerance of invasive Phragmites australis and use that information to develop a new, low-toxicity bioherbicide that offers resource managers more treatment options for this noxious plant and, ultimately, results in a highly efficient and effective approach that reduces costs, improves efficiency, and lays the foundation for development of similar products targeting other invasive plant species that degrade valuable agricultural, range, and natural lands. Past and ongoing investments in this line of research are producing promising new technologies that are supported by several patent applications and patents, some of which have already been licensed by commercial entities. However, additional work is needed in field testing and development as commercial partners are engaged. The proposed collaborative work will fill the research gap and work to generate a new model for combating invasive species by reducing their competitive abilities through targeting their symbiotic association using low-toxicity compounds or antagonistic microbes.
Background
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Great Lakes Science Center is issuing a grant opportunity focused on the development of environmentally friendly bioherbicides to control invasive Phragmites australis and other invasive plants. The goal of this project is to explore the role of microbial endophytes in enhancing the growth and stress tolerance of these invasive species. Ultimately, this will lead to the creation of low-toxicity bioherbicides that provide resource managers with more effective treatment options. This initiative aims to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and establish a foundation for similar products targeting other invasive plant species that threaten valuable agricultural and natural lands.

Grant Details
The project consists of six main objectives:
1) Evaluate gene expression in plants treated with a new bioherbicide;
2) Refine the bioherbicide by assessing how surfactants and microbes can enhance its composition;
3) Test the effectiveness of the bioherbicide on various invasive plants, both with and without cuticle stripping oils;
4) Investigate environmental conditions affecting the bioherbicide's performance;
5) Assess the long-term survival of the bioherbicide in soils;
6) Collaborate with partners to produce a product that is widely available to the public. The award will be made as a cooperative agreement, with an anticipated total funding amount of $498,392 over three years.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible recipients must be participating partners in the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program.

Period of Performance
The project is expected to span three years, consisting of one base year and two additional budget years.

Grant Value
$498,392 total estimated funding for this project, with $103,001 available for Budget Year 1. Additional funding for Budget Years 2 and 3 will depend on satisfactory progress and availability of funds.
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Overview

Agency
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) [DOI]
Category of Funding
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
15.808 - U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 12/17/25 U.S. Geological Survey posted grant opportunity G26AS00060 for Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit with funding of $498,392. The grant will be issued under grant program 15.808 U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection. It is expected that one grant will be made worth between $1 and $498,392.

Timing

Posted Date
Dec. 17, 2025, 12:00 a.m. EST
Closing Date
Jan. 17, 2026, 12:00 a.m. EST Past Due
Closing Date Explanation
Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM, ET, on the listed application due date
Last Updated
Dec. 17, 2025, 3:28 p.m. EST
Version
1

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info
This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program. CESU"s are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the North Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit.

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$498,392
Floor
$1
Estimated Program Funding
$498,392
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
Geological Survey
Contact Email
rachelmiller@usgs.gov
Contact Phone
(916) 278-9331

Documents

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