North Carolina Sea Grant uses a two-step process for its core funding. Initially, researchers submit preproposals that outline the research topic, its need within the state, the approach and strategy, and the team to be assembled. The second step, known as full proposals, will take place later this year. A preproposal is required before a full proposal can be submitted for the final competitive review.
Proposals should recognize Sea Grant’s multidisciplinary, integrated program of applied research, outreach, and education, and should fit one or more of four primary focus areas: Healthy Coastal Ecosystems; Resilient Communities and Economies; Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture; and Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development. Researchers must relate their topics to the current North Carolina Sea Grant Strategic Plan. Lead investigators must be at an institution of higher education in North Carolina, but collaborators can come from various avenues of expertise, including academia, industry, and government. Multi-campus and interdisciplinary teams are encouraged.
Preproposals are due by Jan. 11, 2021, by 5 p.m. North Carolina Sea Grant uses the proposal management system eSeaGrant, at go.ncsu.edu/ncesg, for all parts of the proposal cycle.
Detailed instructions are included with the application materials at ncseagrant.ncsu.edu/core-
If you have any questions, contact John Fear at jmfear@ncsu.edu or Susan White at snwhite3@ncsu.edu
