[National Science Foundation](https://www.nsf.gov)

August 15, 2025

Typical awards range from $200,000 to $2,000,000; estimated total program funding is $26,000,000.

Supports research on ocean chemistry and its role in global geochemical cycles, including composition, cycling, exchanges, and chemical indicators in marine systems.

Proposals must follow the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) in effect for the relevant due date.

--- ## Description The Chemical Oceanography program funds research that advances understanding of the chemistry of the oceans and the oceans' role in global geochemical cycles. Supported research areas include: - Chemical composition, speciation, and transformation of substances in the ocean - Chemical exchanges between the oceans and other components of the Earth system (e.g., atmosphere, lithosphere, biosphere) - Internal cycling of chemicals within oceans, seas, and estuaries - Use of measured chemical distributions as indicators of physical, biological, and geological processes The program encourages proposals that address fundamental questions about marine chemistry and its interactions with other Earth system processes. --- ## Due Dates - Next application deadline: **August 15, 2025** --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated total program funding:** $26,000,000 - **Typical award size:** $200,000 to $2,000,000 - **Expected number of awards:** Approximately 20 Award duration and size may vary depending on the scope and complexity of the proposed research. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Unrestricted; open to all types of entities, including universities, colleges, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, and government agencies, subject to any clarifications in the program solicitation. - **Cost sharing/matching:** Not required --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements in the current [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Applications are submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/275150) or [NSF FastLane/Research.gov](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/chemical-oceanography). - Review the [program page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/chemical-oceanography) for detailed instructions, required documents, and any updates. - Contact program officers for guidance on project fit or proposal preparation. --- ## Additional Information - Awards made on or after October 1, 2024, are subject to updated NSF award conditions consistent with revised federal guidance ([details](https://www.nsf.gov/awards/managing/award_conditions.jsp?org=NSF)). - Proposals must address both intellectual merit and broader impacts. - No cost-sharing is required. - For questions about eligibility or proposal requirements, consult the program contacts or the [NSF PAPPG](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). --- ## External Links - [NSF Chemical Oceanography Program Page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/chemical-oceanography) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/275150) - [Browse Funded Projects](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/advancedSearchResult?ProgEleCode=167000&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) - [NSF Award Conditions](https://www.nsf.gov/awards/managing/award_conditions.jsp?org=NSF) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Organization | |---------------------|---------------------------------------|-----------------|--------------| | Henrietta Edmonds | [hedmonds@nsf.gov](mailto:hedmonds@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7427 | GEO/OCE | | Elizabeth Canuel | [ecanuel@nsf.gov](mailto:ecanuel@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7938 | GEO/OCE | | Katsumi Matsumoto | [kmatsumo@nsf.gov](mailto:kmatsumo@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7139 | | | Rolf E. Sonnerup | [rsonneru@nsf.gov](mailto:rsonneru@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-8169 | GEO/OCE | | General NSF Contact | [info@nsf.gov](mailto:info@nsf.gov) | 1-703-292-5111 | NSF | For technical issues with Grants.gov: [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) ---

Chemical Oceanography

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