NT-24-X11: Modeling Real-Time Population Density of North Atlantic Right Whales and Database Support for Cetacean, Sea Turtle, and Other Wildlife Observations in the United States North Atlantic Exclusive Economic Zone

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NT-24-X11: Modeling Real-Time Population Density of North Atlantic Right Whales and Database Support for Cetacean, Sea Turtle, and Other Wildlife Observations in the United States North Atlantic Exclusive Economic Zone: To aid BOEM’s ongoing modeling efforts, this study aims to develop a near real-time (NRT) modeling system for the endangered North Atlantic right whale population and a survey segment database of cetacean and other marine wildlife observations. The modeling system will predict whale density across the eastern seaboard using real-time visual and acoustic observations, coupled with environmental covariates.The study objectives are to integrate various survey datasets, including aerial and ship surveys, into a segment database and develop NRT models that can respond more quickly and flexibly to shifts in species space use and phenology. BOEM and the National Marine Fisheries Service will fund this study jointly.Initially, the system will serve as a research and development testbed, allowing a collaborative team of developers to address statistical challenges and refine software workflow. After the effectiveness of the density models has been established, daily predictions will be made operational and disseminated to the public. The system's capabilities could be expanded to issue short-term forecasts and encompass additional species, contingent on data availability and the development of suitable methods.

Federal Grant Title:	NT-24-X11: Modeling Real-Time Population Density of North Atlantic Right Whales and Database Support for Cetacean, Sea Turtle, and Other Wildlife Observations in the United States North Atlantic Exclusive Economic Zone
Federal Agency Name:	Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (DOI-BOEM)
Grant Categories:	Environment
Type of Opportunity:	Discretionary
Funding Opportunity Number:	M24AS00359
Type of Funding:	Cooperative Agreement
CFDA Numbers:	15.423
CFDA Descriptions:	Information not provided
Current Application Deadline:	July 17th, 2024
Original Application Deadline:	July 17th, 2024
Posted Date:	June 18th, 2024
Creation Date:	June 18th, 2024
Archive Date:	August 17th, 2024
Total Program Funding:	$628,779
Maximum Federal Grant Award:	$628,779
Minimum Federal Grant Award:	$578,779
Expected Number of Awards:
Cost Sharing or Matching:	No
Last Updated:	June 18th, 2024

Applicants Eligible for this Grant: State governments - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification.)
Additional Information on Eligibility: This Program Announcement describes the specific projects that may be awarded to the universities or eligible groups identified. All awards are premised on receipt of an acceptable proposal. This is not an open solicitation for proposals.This announcement is specifically to announce intent to undertake the following project(s):Modeling Real-Time Population Density of North Atlantic Right Whales and Database Support for Cetacean, Sea Turtle, and Other Wildlife Observations in the United States North Atlantic Exclusive Economic ZoneOpen to:The Piedmont-South Atlantic Coast Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (PSAC-CESU)
Grant Announcement Contact: Dominquie Bruce-Morton
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