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August 19, 2025 (Mandatory NOI) | October 21, 2025 (Full Proposal)

Typical period of performance is 3 years; specific award amounts vary by project and are not preset.

Supports research and applications that use NASA Earth science data to address water quality management and decision-making.

Mandatory Notice of Intent (NOI) due via NSPIRES by August 19, 2025.

--- ## Description This program element, part of NASA's annual Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) omnibus, solicits proposals for research and applications that leverage NASA Earth science data to advance water quality monitoring, assessment, and management. Projects are expected to involve end users and demonstrate clear societal benefits through the application of NASA data, tools, or products in water quality decision-making contexts at local, regional, or national scales. The program encourages collaboration with stakeholders, including government agencies, utilities, non-profits, and other relevant organizations. For full details on objectives, requirements, and evaluation criteria, refer to the [A.7 Water Quality Applications call document (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1083030&solicitationId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&viewSolicitationDocument=1). --- ## Due Dates - **Mandatory Notice of Intent (NOI):** August 19, 2025 (via NSPIRES) - **Full Proposal Deadline:** October 21, 2025 (via NSPIRES) --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Amounts:** Not preset; vary depending on project scope and budget justification. - **Project Duration:** Typical awards are for 3 years, though some may be shorter or, in limited cases, up to 5 years. - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required. --- ## Eligibility - Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered at [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/). - Generally, NASA provides funding only to U.S. institutions. - Organizations outside the U.S. may participate on a no-exchange-of-funds basis; see the [NASA Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) for details. - Federal agencies, FFRDCs, and other organization types may be eligible with restrictions; see program documents for specifics. - End user involvement is required. --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Submit a mandatory Notice of Intent (NOI) by August 19, 2025, via [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/). - **Step 2:** Prepare and submit a full proposal by October 21, 2025, following the requirements in the [ROSES-2025 Summary of Solicitation](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1053488&solicitationId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&viewSolicitationDocument=1) and [A.7 Water Quality Applications call](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1083030&solicitationId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&viewSolicitationDocument=1). - **Submission:** All proposals must be submitted through NSPIRES; Grants.gov submission is available only if requested at least 30 days before the deadline. - **Required Forms:** Use the [End User Description Form (.docx)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1045802&solicitationId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&viewSolicitationDocument=1) and review the [Application Readiness Level (ARL) index](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1045969&solicitationId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&viewSolicitationDocument=1). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals using the NASA Center for Climate Simulation high-end computing facility must include $0.09/SBU in their budget. - End user engagement is a proposal requirement; details and forms are provided in the announcement documents. - Frequently asked questions and pre-proposal briefings are available on the [NSPIRES opportunity page](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/solicitations/summary.do?solId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&path=&method=init). - For updates, amendments, and new program elements, subscribe to the SMD mailing lists or follow the [ROSES-2025 blog feed](https://science.nasa.gov/researchers/solicitations/roses-2025/). --- ## External Links - [Full Opportunity Announcement on NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/solicitations/summary.do?solId=%7b345E142D-1435-CDC0-E1BA-A5F7CC815049%7d&path=&method=init) - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359998) - [ROSES-2025 Home Page](https://solicitation.nasaprs.com/ROSES2025) - [NASA Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) - [ROSES-2025 FAQs](http://science.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/faqs/) - [Program Officers List](http://science.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/program-officers-list/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Division | Email | Phone | |-----------------|--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Erin Urquhart | Earth Action: Water Resources, NASA HQ| erin.urquhart.jephson@nasa.gov | 202-909-9823 | For general questions about ROSES-2025, contact the SMD Deputy Associate Administrator for Research at sara@nasa.gov.

ROSES 2025: A.7 Water Quality Applications

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