The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program | G24AS00077

Opportunity Information: Apply for G24AS00077

The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program, commonly referred to as EDMAP, is a U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) funding opportunity designed primarily to train the next generation of geologic mappers. The program supports hands-on, student-centered research by providing funds to universities so undergraduate and graduate students can carry out projects tied directly to the full workflow of producing geologic maps. In this context, "geologic maps" is interpreted broadly to include maps that characterize the solid Earth and its constituents, not only traditional field-mapped bedrock and surficial geology, but also mapping efforts that integrate multiple types of Earth science observations.

A key emphasis of the opportunity is education through real mapping experience. Funded projects are expected to involve the activities that professional geologic mapping requires, such as field observations and sampling, interpretation and synthesis of existing geologic information, and the use of modern datasets and methods. The description highlights that projects may incorporate analysis of field data alongside geophysical, borehole, and remote sensing data, reflecting how contemporary mapping often depends on combining direct observations with subsurface and spatial datasets. Through these cooperative agreements, the program aims to strengthen the research and teaching capacity of academic geoscience programs by expanding access to the tools, techniques, and mentoring needed to train students in mapping and related analytical skills.

The opportunity is offered as a discretionary cooperative agreement, which generally indicates an expectation of meaningful involvement by the funding agency during the life of the award (for example, coordination on project goals, deliverables, or technical standards). The funding activity area is categorized under science and technology and other research and development, and it is listed under CFDA number 15.810. The agency administering the opportunity is the Geological Survey (USGS).

Eligibility is restricted to U.S. universities, specifically public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, with geoscience or related departments or programs. This limitation underscores EDMAP's focus on building domestic educational capacity in geologic mapping through established academic institutions.

In terms of scale and track record, EDMAP is presented as a long-running, high-impact program. As of 2023, it has funded more than 1,440 students across more than 173 universities, indicating broad national participation and sustained investment in workforce development for geologic mapping and allied Earth science fields.

For the specific notice provided, the funding opportunity title is "The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program" with funding opportunity number G24AS00077. The original closing date listed is 2024-01-12, and the award ceiling is $100,000.

• The Geological Survey in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "The Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.810.
• This funding opportunity was created on 2023-09-29.
• Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-01-12. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
• Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.

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