This program funds fundamental research in biological oceanography and marine ecology across environments from estuarine and coastal to open ocean, deep sea, and Great Lakes. It supports projects with strong ecological context in population, community, or ecosystem ecology or oceanography. Interdisciplinary research is encouraged, often co-funded with related programs, to deepen understanding of aquatic ecosystems.
Open to any type of entity without restrictions, subject to additional clarifications if provided. No specific eligibility limitations stated.
