Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Great Lakes-Northern Forest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit
USGS is funding research with a partner to study invasive Grass Carp spawning and early life stages in Great Lakes tributaries to inform removal and management efforts.
Funder: Geological Survey
Due Dates: June 29, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $450,000 total for one award over three years; anticipated $150,000 for the first year.
Summary: Supports research by a CESU partner on invasive Grass Carp spawning and early life history in Great Lakes tributaries to inform management and control strategies.
Key Information: Only partners of the Great Lakes-Northern Forest CESU are eligible.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), funds research on the spawning and early life history of invasive Grass Carp in Great Lakes tributaries. Grass Carp threaten native species by destroying aquatic vegetation critical for waterfowl and sportfish. This research aims to identify when and where Grass Carp reproduce, providing essential information for management partners to target removal efforts and control population expansion. The project aligns with recent federal directives and strategies focused on preventing the spread of invasive carp in the Great Lakes Basin.
