Plant Feedstock Genomics for Bioenergy: A Joint Research Funding Opportunity Announcement USDA, DOE

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY:

Plant Feedstock Genomics for Bioenergy: A Joint Research Funding Opportunity Announcement USDA, DOE

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY SYNOPSIS:

DOE and USDA are accepting pre-applications for genomics-based research that will lead to the improved use of biomass and plant feedstocks for the production of fuels. The program will fund research that increases the understanding of environmental influences and accelerated breeding of dedicated biomass feedstocks, as well as developing and using database and extension resources for enhanced bioenergy crop research and training. DOE will accept new and renewal applications under this Notice. USDA will accept only new applications.

DOE eligible applicants include: U.S. Colleges and universities; non-profit organizations (except 501©4); for-profit commercial organizations; state and local governments; and unaffiliated individuals.

USDA eligible applicants include: State agricultural experiment stations; colleges and universities; research institutions and organizations; Federal agencies; national laboratories; private organizations; individuals. Applications from scientists at non-U.S. organizations will not be accepted.

Pre-applications are required and due December 18, 2012. Upon invitation, full applications are due by Noon EST February 25, 2013. $5 million is anticipated to be available. Annual budgets are expected to range from $200,000 to $500,000 total costs. No cost share is required. Please follow up ASAP to express your specific interest. For more information, visit http://www.csrees.usda.gov/fo/plantfeedstock.cfm. 

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