Info: Biocomplexity in the Environment (BE): Integrated Research and Education in Environmental Systems

Biocomplexity in the Environment (BE): Integrated Research and Education in Environmental Systems

Published on AidPage by IDILOGIC on Jun 24, 2005

Data sources: Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA), Grants.gov

Administered by:

National Science Foundation, Office of Budget, Finance and Award Management, Headquarters
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Original Grant - Sep 9, 2003

Applications Due:

Feb 8, 2005

total funding:	Not Available
max award:	none
min award:	none
cost sharing, matching:	Yes
number of awards:	Not Available
type of funding:	Grant

Description:

This competition continues the Foundation's support of the Biocomplexity in the Environment Priority Area and promotes comprehensive, integrated investigations of environmental systems using advanced scientific and engineering methods. The concept of biocomplexity stresses the richness of biological systems and their capacity for adaptation and self-organizing behavior. By placing biocomplexity studies in an environmental context, this competition emphasizes research with the following characteristics: (a) a high degree of interdisciplinarity; (b) a focus on complex environmental systems that includes non-human biota or humans; and (c) a focus on systems with high potential for exhibiting non-linear behavior. In FY 2004 and FY 2005, five topical areas will be emphasized: 1. Dynamics of Coupled Natural and Human Systems (CNH); 2. Coupled Biogeochemical Cycles (CBC); 3. Genome-Enabled Environmental Science and Engineering (GEN-EN); 4. Instrumentation De
velopment for Environmental Activities (IDEA); 5. Materials Use: Science, Engineering, Society (MUSES). In all areas, quantitative modeling, simulation, analysis, and visualization methods are emphasized, as well as integration of education and a global perspective. Consistent with the guidance provided in each of the five topical areas, individuals or small groups may submit proposals to conduct research projects or exploratory and planning activities. This comprehensive approach to research on biocomplexity in the environment is expected to improve science-based predictive capabilities for decision-making.