The Ecological Characterizations of Marine Minerals on the Outer Continental Shelf
Agency: Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
- 15.424 -- Marine Minerals Activities
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
This Cooperative Agreement is to characterize the ecology of the OCS in areas of potential marine mineral resources. BOEM will partner USM to explore hypersaline brine pools in the Gulf of Mexico, measure their water chemistry and associated ecological aspects. This project builds on other Marine Mineral projects and leverages next generation sensors and non-destructive spectroscopy techniques, to better understand the nation’s resources and minimize environmental impact.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
dominique.bruce-morton@bsee.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Foa_M23AS00350_5-24-23.docx | M23AS00350 Announcement | May 25, 2023 11:01 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Archived: July 24, 2023
Award
$600,000
Program Funding
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Expected awards
$600,000
Award Minimum
$600,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
M23AS00350
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Environment
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
May 24, 2023
Archive date:
July 24, 2023
