(FOA)-NOAA - Collaborative Science, Technology, and Applied Research (CSTAR) Program (NOAA-NWS-NWSPO-2020-2006160); September 25, 2019

Agency

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - Department of Commerce

Description

The objective of the Collaborative Science, Technology and Applied Research (CSTAR) Program is to improve the overall forecast and warning capabilities of the operational hydrometeorological community by addressing science and technology research priorities through collaborative research efforts between the National Weather Service (NWS) and academic institutions that have expertise in the environmental sciences. These activities will engage university researchers and students in applied research of interest to the operational meteorological community for the provision of improving the accuracy of forecasts and warnings of environmental hazards.

Program Priorities:

Improving the lead-time and accuracy of forecasts and warnings for high impact weather, water, and climate events.
Improving IDSS (Impact-Based Decision Support Services) and the application and integration of physical and social sciences for improved messaging of weather, water, and climate hazards.

No cost sharing is required under this announcement.

Announcement Number:

NOAA-NWS-NWSPO-2020-2006160

Closing Date:

Letter of Intent: September 25, 2019

Full application: November 20, 2019

Link to Full Announcement

https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=320347

Contact Information

Christopher Hedge

301-427-9242

Christopher.Hedge@noaa.gov