Geological SurveyIssuing agency·New York·via the Grants.gov Search APIThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research in the development, evaluation, and synthesis of national-scale biogeographic information for fish and other aquatic organisms. This project supports research that improves how species distributions, habitat conditions, and conservation needs are mapped and analyzed across the United States. The project focuses on three technical areas: (1) advancing statistical and analytical methods that integrate multiple lines of evidence to improve species distribution models for freshwater organisms; (2) evaluating the accuracy, uncertainty, and environmental sensitivity of habitat models; and (3) using modern synthesis tools, including artificial intelligence, to assemble and maintain up-to-date information on species traits, conservation status, and habitat preferences. These activities will help resource managers make informed decisions about conserving aquatic species and freshwater ecosystems.
The USGS intends to provide support for work that directly aligns with Department of the Interior (DOI) scientific and conservation priorities, including the development and application of actionable science for species management and cooperative conservation with local communities and Tribes. This opportunity supports DOI strategic objectives related to conserving land and water resources, improving ecological data and analysis, and strengthening shared stewardship across agencies and partners.
The proposal objectives clearly supports, informs, and benefits the following:
This funding opportunity is appropriate for applicants with expertise in aquatic ecology, species distribution modeling, geospatial analysis, and ecological data synthesis. Prospective applicants should review the focus areas above to determine alignment of their capabilities with project needs and assess their interest in contributing to collaborative, nationally relevant biogeographic science.
The project supports research improving how species distributions, habitat conditions, and conservation needs are mapped and analyzed across the United States, focusing on (1) advancing statistical and analytical methods integrating multiple lines of evidence to improve species distribution models for freshwater organisms, (2) evaluating the accuracy, uncertainty, and environmental sensitivity of habitat models, and (3) using modern synthesis tools including artificial intelligence to assemble and maintain up-to-date information on species traits, conservation status, and habitat preferences to inform conservation of aquatic species and freshwater ecosystems.
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