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Biological Oceanography
About This Grant
<span>The Biological Oceanography Program supports fundamental research in biological oceanography and marine ecology<span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></span><span>in environments ranging from estuarine, coastal, and open ocean systems to the deep sea, as well as in the Great Lakes.</span><span></span><span>Proposals submitted to the Program must have a compelling context in population, community, or ecosystem ecology or oceanography, as well as address topics that will contribute significantly to the understanding of marine or Great Lakes ecosystems. The Program supports interdisciplinary research and often co-reviews and co-funds projects with various programs in the<span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></span><a title="https://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=OCE" href="https://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=OCE">Division of Ocean Sciences</a><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"></span>and the<span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></span><a title="https://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=BIO" href="https://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=BIO">Directorate of Biological Sciences</a><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"></span>(BIO), among others.</span><span><span class="Apple-converted-space"></span>Details on research topics funded by the Program, including supplements, RAPIDS, and EAGERS, can be found by selecting the link under Related URLS titled: “Additional Program Information.” To view research projects funded by the Program select the link below titled “What Has Been Funded (Recent Awards Made Through This Program, with Abstracts).”</span>
Grant Summary
Biological Oceanography is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are due 2026-08-17 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $0K
2026-08-17
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Biological Oceanography from U.S. National Science Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to U.S. National Science Foundation before the deadline.
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Biological Oceanography: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Biological Oceanography?
Biological Oceanography is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Biological Oceanography provide?
Biological Oceanography provides an amount that varies by award per award from U.S. National Science Foundation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Biological Oceanography deadline?
Applications for Biological Oceanography are due 2026-08-17 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, U.S. National Science Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Biological Oceanography?
To apply for Biological Oceanography, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from U.S. National Science Foundation.
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