Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America (CINGA)
NOAA is seeking applications from academic consortia to establish the Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America (CINGA) for high-level research in NOAA priority areas, with one lead institution submitting the proposal.
Funder: DOC NOAA - ERA Production
Due Dates: May 18, 2026: Full proposal (T1 institutional application) submission deadline to Grants.gov and acceptance by eRA (initial CI application)
Funding Amounts: $100,000,000 ceiling for initial 5-year institutional award; one award expected; actual annual funding depends on approved projects and available funds.
Summary: Supports the establishment of a Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America to advance NOAA-related interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach in the Gulf region.
Key Information: Applicants must complete registrations in SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons well before the deadline (4–6 weeks required).
Description
This funding opportunity invites proposals to establish the Cooperative Institute in the Northern Gulf of America (CINGA), a NOAA-supported consortium of academic institutions focused on interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach aligned with NOAA’s mission. The institute will address high-priority research themes such as ecosystem management, coastal hazards, advanced data management, and technology-based environmental solutions, serving as a long-term partner to NOAA in the Gulf of America region.
