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Office of Research and Development
National Center for Environmental Research
CLOSED - FOR REFERENCES PURPOSES ONLY
1998 Environmental Statistics
EPA/NSF PARTNERSHIP FOR ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
Interagency Announcement of Opportunity
OPENING DATE: December 17, 1997
CLOSING DATE: March 16, 1998
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) announce their intent to support a special
awards competition in Fiscal Year (FY) 1998. This NSF-EPA competition
has been developed based on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
signed on December 8, 1994. This MOU establishes a partnership between
the two agencies emphasizing the support and merit review of fundamental,
extramural environmental research. NSF and EPA's Office of Research
and Development are continuing their cooperation in this extramural
grants program in FY 1998. This is the fourth year of the joint
special awards competition. Information on the FY 1995, 1996, and
1997 awards and the 1998 solicitation can be found on the Internet
through: http://www.nsf.gov or
http://es.epa.gov/ncerqa/.
There are four areas of interest in FY1998:
Water and Watersheds
Technology for a Sustainable Environment
Decision Making and Valuation for Environmental Policy
Environmental Statistics
This Announcement is directed only at research on Environmental
Statistics (ES). The other three research areas are covered by other
announcements. Awards made through the ES competition are dependent
upon responsiveness of the proposals to this announcement, the quality
of the proposed research, and the availability of funds. Under this
announcement, NSF and EPA anticipate awarding:
* approximately $2 million, with a projected award range from $60,000
to $150,000 per award per year, and an approximate duration of 2
to 3 years, pending availability of funds. Multi-investigator projects
may be considered for higher levels of funding. Depending on the
quality of proposals and the recommendations from merit review,
the sponsoring agencies expect more than half of the resources to
be allocated to categories described in Sections 2.3 and 2.4 of
this Announcement. Subject to the availability of funds, EPA and
NSF plan to continue this program through fiscal year 2000.
Proposals in response to this announcement must be received by March
16, 1998. It is anticipated that awards will be made by Fall 1998.
Awards resulting from this competition may be made by either EPA
or NSF, at the option of the agencies, not the grantee.
Further information, if needed, may be obtained from the EPA and
NSF officials indicated below. E-mail inquiries are the preferred
communication method.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON THE COMPETITION:
Dr. Robert E. Menzer
EPA National Center for Environmental Research
menzer.robert@epamail.epa.gov
voice (202) 564-6849
Dr. Robert M. Wellek
NSF Directorate for Engineering
rwellek@nsf.gov
fax (703) 306-0319
Dr. Henry N. Blount, III
NSF Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences
hblount@nsf.gov
voice (703) 306-1946
Mr. Jeff Fenstermacher
NSF Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences
jfenster@nsf.gov
voice (703) 306-1741
Information on Environmental Statistics
EPA General Questions:
Dr. Chris Saint
saint.chris@epamail.epa.gov
voice (202) 564-6909
Statistical Questions:
Dr. Larry Cox
cox.larry@epamail.epa.gov
voice (919) 541-2648
NSF General Questions:
Dr. Keith Crank
kcrank@nsf.gov
voice (703) 306-1885
Statistical Questions:
Dr. James Gentle
jgentle@nsf.gov
voice (703) 306-1883
Social Science Questions:
Dr. Cheryl Eavey
ceavey@nsf.gov
voice (703) 306-1729
ENVIRONMENTAL STATISTICS
2.1 Introduction
Statistical science plays an important role in the conduct
of research on environmental issues and environmental policies.
Sound environmental decisions must be based on sound science which
in turn must be based on appropriate, high quality data, data models,
and data analysis. Understanding environmental risks or the impact
of human actions on the environment often requires new approaches
to modeling complex relations or new statistical techniques for
the collection, aggregation, and/or analysis of relevant data. The
Environmental Statistics competition invites proposals for the development
of innovative statistical methods and models for environmental research.
Because problems in environmental research are complex, interdisciplinary
collaborations are encouraged. The goal of this competition is to
increase understanding of the physical and human dimensions of environmental
issues and policies. In particular, this competition supports research
in the following areas: (1) Statistical models and methods for environmental
social science research; (2) Physical environmental statistics research;
and (3) Research which either combines or is fundamental to both
items (1) and (2).
2.2 Statistical Models and Methods for Environmental Social
Science Research
Environmental social science research seeks to increase
our understanding of the social and behavioral processes that define
the complex interactions between human and physical systems. Research
is sought on statistical models and/or methods that illuminate how
humans impact the environment, how the environment affects human
activities, and the complex dynamics of human and physical systems.
Environmental social sciences covers a range of substantive topics,
including but not limited to: adaptation and mitigation strategies;
economic issues related to the environment; the measurement of attitudes
toward the environment; resource use and management; collective
action issues and the role of institutions; the assessment of environmental
risks and uncertainty; and issues of environmental justice. This
solicitation invites proposals that advance the methodological foundation
for understanding these and other topics in environmental social
science research. Because methodological advances relevant for environmental
social science research often require substantial disciplinary as
well as methodological expertise, we encourage collaborations across
the social, behavioral, economic, and statistical sciences.
2.3 Physical Environmental Statistics Research
Research on the physical environment is important for understanding
and responding to threats such as air and water pollution, ozone
depletion, and hazardous waste disposal. While we have a good understanding
of many of the components that make up the physical environment,
we have much less knowledge about the interactions between components.
Such an understanding is imperative for finding acceptable responses
to threats to the environment. Recognizing and responding to threats
to the environment requires the use of statistics, from sampling
and data collection to modeling and analysis. This solicitation
invites proposals for statistical research that improves the methodology
or theory of statistics relevant to environmental research. Examples
of such research include, but are not limited to, the design, evaluation,
and placement of environmental monitoring networks; research on
quality assurance methods for environmental and ecological data
and data products; accounting for meteorological and co-pollutant
effects on estimation of status and trends in air toxins; multi-parameter
spatial sampling designs for hazardous waste site characterization;
statistical environmental epidemiology and toxicology; and development
and evaluation of ecological indicators and indexes, including issues
of aggregation and scale.
2.4 Other Relevant Research
Besides the research described above, there is much statistical
research which could contribute to both areas. Both human and natural
systems are inherently spatial and time dependent. Models (statistical,
probabilistic, computer) must be developed and evaluated for both
types of systems. Data and other types of information may be available
from multiple, disparate sources, and finding ways to satisfactorily
combine this information is an important problem. Topics for research
include combining environmental information from disparate sources;
statistical and probabilistic modeling and validation of environmental
models, including, but not limited to, air quality, groundwater,
biokinetic, and ecological process models; research into methods
for combining and evaluating social science and environmental data;
and methods for combining epidemiological and toxicological studies
for environmental risk assessment.
Fundamental statistical research in methodology or theory, which
has applications to environmental studies, is appropriate for funding
under this Program. The applications can be social or physical or
both. Although specific environmental problems need not be addressed
in this type of research, the relevance to environmental research
must be described in the proposal.
3.0 ELIGIBILITY
Academic and not-for-profit institutions located
in the U.S., and State or local governments are eligible. Profit-making
firms and federal agencies are not eligible to apply to this program.
However, personnel in profit-making firms may participate as non-funded
co-investigators or through sub-contracts with the awardee institution.
Federal employees may cooperate or collaborate with eligible applicants
within the limits imposed by applicable legislation and regulations.
However, federal agencies, national laboratories funded by federal
agencies (FFRDCs), and federal employees are not eligible to submit
applications to this program and may not serve in a principal leadership
role on a grant. Under exceptional circumstances the principal investigator's
institution may subcontract to a federal agency to purchase unique
supplies or services unavailable in the private sector. Examples
are purchase of satellite data, census data tapes, chemical reference
standards, and unique analyses or instrumentation not available
elsewhere. A written justification for such federal involvement
must be included in the application, along with an assurance from
the federal agency which commits it to supply the specified service.
Federal employees may not receive salaries or in other ways augment
their agency's appropriations through grants made by this program.
Potential applicants who are uncertain of their eligibility should
contact Dr. Robert E. Menzer (listed in Section 1.0).
EPA and NSF welcome applications on behalf of all qualified scientists,
engineers, and other professionals and strongly encourage women,
minorities, and persons with disabilities to compete fully in any
of the programs described in this announcement.
In accordance with Federal statutes and regulations and EPA and
NSF policies, no person on grounds of race, color, age, sex, national
origin, or disability shall be excluded from participation in, denied
the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program
or activity receiving financial assistance from the Environmental
Protection Agency or the National Science Foundation.
4.0 INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION
SUBMISSION
4.1 Sorting Codes
In order to facilitate proper assignment and review of applications,
each applicant is asked to identify the topic area in which the
application is to be considered. It is the responsibility of the
applicant to correctly identify the proper sorting code. Failure
to do so may result in an improper review assignment. At various
places within the application, applicants will be asked to identify
this topic area by using the appropriate Sorting Code. The Sorting
Code for Environmental Statistics is 98-NCERQA-P1.
The Sorting Code must be placed at the top of the abstract (as
shown in the abstract format), on the title page (Standard Form
424), and must also be included in the address on the package that
is sent to EPA (See Section 4.3).
4.2 The Application
The initial application is made through the submission of
the application materials described below. It is important that
the application contain all the information requested and be submitted
in the formats described. If it is not, the application may be eliminated
from review on administrative grounds. Once an applicant is chosen
for award (i.e., after external peer review and internal programmatic
review), additional documentation and forms will be requested by
the Project Officer. The application contains the following:
A. Standard Form 424: The applicant must complete Standard Form
424 (see attached form and instructions). This form will act
as a cover sheet for the application and should be its first
page. Instructions for completion of the SF424 are included
with the form. The form must contain the original signature of an
authorized representative of the applying institution. Please note
that both the Principal Investigator and an administrative contact
should be identified in Section 5 of the SF424.
B. Key Contacts: The applicant must complete the Key Contacts Form
(attached) as the second page of the submitted application.
C. Abstract: The abstract is a very important document. Prior
to attending peer review panel meetings, some of the panelists may
read only the abstract. Therefore, it is critical that the abstract
accurately describe the research being proposed and convey all the
essential elements of the research. Also, in the event of an award,
the abstracts will form the basis for an annual report of awards
made under this program. The abstract should include the following
information:
1. EPA Sorting Code: 98-NCERQA-P1
2. Title: Use the exact title as it appears in the rest of
the application.
3. Investigators: List the names and affiliations of each
investigator who will significantly contribute to the project. Start
with the Principal Investigator.
4. Project Summary: This should summarize: (a) the objectives
of the study (including any hypotheses that will be tested),
(b) the approach to be used (which should give an accurate
description of the project as described in the proposal), (c) the
expected results of the project and how they address the
research needs identified in the solicitation, and (d) the estimated
improvement in risk assessment or risk management that will
result from successful completion of the work proposed.
5. Supplemental Keywords: Abstracts of successful proposals will
become part of the NCER database and will be searchable on the Internet.
Applicants should take care that appropriate words appear in the
text of the Abstract to facilitate searching. Supplemental keywords
that do not otherwise appear in the text may be selected
from the suggested list provided. Appropriate terms not appearing
on the list may also be used.
The abstract must not exceed one 8.5x11 inch page of single spaced
standard 12 point type with 1 inch margins (see attached format).
D. Project Description: This description must not exceed fifteen
(15) consecutively numbered (center bottom), 8.5x11 inch pages of
single spaced standard 12 point type with 1 inch margins, exclusive
of the references cited and the results of prior Federal
support. The description must provide the following information:
1. Objectives: List objectives of the proposed research and/or
the hypotheses being tested during the project. Include a statement
on the context of the proposed research in relation to other environmental
research in the particular area of work; this statement should also
be synopsized in the objectives section of the abstract.
2. Approach: Outline the methods, approaches, and techniques
that you intend to employ in meeting the objective stated above.
3. Expected Results or Benefits: Describe the result you
expect to achieve during the project and the benefits of success
as they relate to the topic under which the proposal was submitted.
4. Results from Prior Federal Support: Provide information
on the results of research conducted with prior or current Federal
Support. This must be limited to five pages but is in addition to
the 15-page limit. This section should include information on any
prior Federal awards closely related to the application (i.e., not
limited to EPA or NSF awards).
5. General Project Information: Discuss other information
relevant to the potential success of the project. This should include
facilities, personnel, project schedules, proposed management, interactions
with other institutions, etc.
6. Important Attachments: Appendices or other information
may be included but must remain within the 15-page limit. References
and results of prior federal support are in addition to the 15 page
limit.
E. Resumes: The resumes of all principal investigators and important
co-workers should be presented using NCER form 5 (see attached).
Resumes must not exceed two consecutively numbered (bottom center),
8.5 x 11 inch pages of single-spaced standard 12 point type with
one inch margins.
F. Current and Pending Support: The applicant must identify any
current and pending financial resources that are intended to support
research. This should be done by completing NSF Form 1239 (see attached)
for each investigator and other senior personnel involved in the
proposal. Failure to provide this information may delay consideration
of your proposal. Updates of this information may be requested during
the evaluation process.
G. Budget: A detailed, itemized budget for each year of the proposed
project must be included. This budget must utilize the format shown
in the attachment. (Do not try to squeeze your complete budget on
the "form" shown as an example).
H. Budget Justification: This section should describe the basis
for calculating the personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment,
supplies, contractual support, construction, and other costs identified
in the itemized budget. This should also include an explanation
of how the indirect costs and charges were calculated.
This justification should not exceed two consecutively numbered
(bottom center), 8.5 x 11 inch pages of single-spaced standard 12
point type with one inch margins.
I. Quality Assurance Narrative Statement: For any project involving
data collection or processing, conducting surveys, environmental
measurements, and/or modeling, provide a statement on how quality
products will be assured. This statement should not exceed two consecutively
numbered, 8.5x11 inch pages of single spaced standard 12-point type
with 1 inch margins. This is in addition to the 15 pages permitted
for the Project Description. The Quality Assurance Narrative Statement
should, for each item listed below, either present the required
information or provide a justification as to why the item does not
apply to the proposed research. For awards that involve environmentally
related measurements or data generation, a quality system that complies
with the requirements of ANSI/ASQC E4, "Specifications and
Guidelines for Quality Systems for Environmental Data Collection
and Environmental Technology Programs," must be in place.
1. The activities to be performed or hypothesis to be tested (reference
may be made to the specific page and paragraph number in the application
where this information may be found); criteria for determining the
acceptability of data quality in terms of precision, accuracy, representativeness,
completeness, comparability, and other commonly used indicators.
2. The study design including sample type and location requirements
and any statistical analyses that were used to estimate the types
and numbers of samples required for physical samples or similar
information for studies using survey and interview techniques.
3. The procedures for the handling and custody of samples, including
sample identification, preservation, transportation, and storage.
4. The methods that will be used to analyze samples collected, including
a description of the sampling and/or analytical instruments required.
5. The procedures that will be used in the calibration and performance
evaluation of the sampling and analytical methods used during the
project.
6. The procedures for data reduction and reporting, including a
description of statistical analyses to be used and of any computer
models to be designed or utilized with associated verification and
validation techniques.
7. The intended use of the data as they relate to the study objectives
or hypotheses.
8. The quantitative and or qualitative procedures that will be
used to evaluate the success of the project.
9. Any plans for peer or other reviews of the study design or analytical
methods prior to data collection.
ANSI/ASQC E4, "Specifications and Guidelines
for Quality Systems for Environmental Data Collection and Environmental
Technology Programs" is available for purchase from the American
Society for Quality Control, phone 1-800-248-1946, item T55. Only
in exceptional circumstances should it be necessary to consult this
document.
J. Postcard: The application must include a blank, self-addressed,
stamped post card. This will be returned to the applicant to signify
that the application has been received.
4.3 How to Apply
The original and fifteen (15) copies of the fully developed
application and five (5) additional copies of the abstract (20 in
all), must be received by NCERQA/EPA no later than 4:00 P.M.
EST on the closing date: March 16, 1998.
The application and abstract must be prepared in accordance with
these instructions. Informal, incomplete, unsigned, or late proposals
will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via
regular U.S. mail to:
Peer Review Division (8703R)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Sorting Code: 98-NCERQA-P1
401 M Street, SW
Washington DC 20460
For express mail or courier applications, the following address
must be used:
Peer Review Division (8703R)
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
Sorting Code: 98-NCERQA-P1
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Room B-10105
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 564-6939 (for express mail applications)
Proposals must be submitted to only one topic area, using a single
sorting code. If you wish to submit more than one application to
EPA or NSF, you must ensure that the research proposed is significantly
different from the research in other proposals that have been submitted
to this solicitation or from other grants you are currently receiving
from any Federal government agency.
The sorting code must be identified in the address (as shown above).
Applications sent via express mail or courier should have the following
telephone number listed on the express mail label: (202) 564-6939.
4.4 Guidelines, Limitations, and Additional Requirements
Subcontracts for research to be conducted under the grant
which exceed 40% of the total direct cost of the grant for each
year in which the subcontract is awarded must be especially well
justified.
Researchers may be invited to participate in an annual All Investigators
Meeting with EPA and NSF scientists and other grantees to report
on research activities and to discuss areas of mutual interest.
Travel funds should be budgeted to accommodate that eventuality.
5.0 REVIEW AND SELECTION
5.1 Review Procedures
All grant applications are initially screened by EPA and
NSF to determine their compliance with legal and administrative
requirements. Acceptable applications are then reviewed by an appropriate
technical peer review group. This review is designed to evaluate
each proposal according to its technical merit. Each review group
is composed of non EPA scientists, engineers, and/or social scientists
who are experts in their respective disciplines. The reviewers use
the following criteria to guide them in their reviews:
1. The originality and creativity of the proposed research, the
potential contribution the proposed research could make to advance
scientific knowledge in the environmental the appropriateness and
adequacy of the research methods proposed, and the appropriateness
and adequacy of the Quality Assurance Narrative Statement.
2. The qualifications of the principal investigator(s) and other
staff, including knowledge of pertinent literature, experience,
and publication records as well as the likelihood that the proposed
research will be successfully completed.
3. The availability and/or adequacy of the facilities and equipment
proposed for the project.
4. The responsiveness of the proposal to the research needs set
forth in this solicitation.
5. Although budget information is not used by the reviewers as the
basis for their evaluation of scientific merit, the reviewers are
asked to provide their input on the appropriateness and/or adequacy
of the proposed budget and its implications on the potential success
of the proposed research. Input on requested equipment is of particular
interest.
Grants are selected on the basis of technical merit, relevancy to
the research priorities outlined, program balance, and budget. In
addition to the above criteria, other factors that will be taken
into consideration by NSF in the evaluation and award process are
described in section 6.3, paragraph 3.
Copies of the evaluations by the technical reviewers will be provided
to each applicant. Funding decisions are the sole responsibility
of EPA and NSF.
5.2 Proprietary Information
By submitting an application in response to this solicitation,
the applicant grants EPA and NSF permission to share the application
with technical reviewers both within and outside the Agencies. Applications
containing proprietary or other types of confidential information
will not be reviewed.
6.0 GRANT ADMINISTRATION
Upon conclusion of the review process, meritorious
applications may be recommended for funding by either EPA and/or
NSF, at the option of the agencies, not the applicant. Subsequent
grant administration procedures will be in accordance with the individual
policies of the awarding agency.
6.1 EPA Grant Administration
The funding mechanisms for all awards issued by EPA under
this solicitation will consist of grant agreements between EPA and
the recipient. In accordance with Public Law 95-224, grants are
used to accomplish a public purpose of support or stimulation authorized
by Federal statute rather than acquisition for the direct benefit
of the Agency. In using a grant agreement, EPA anticipates that
there will be no substantial involvement during the course of the
grant between the recipient and the Agency.
EPA grants awarded as a result of this announcement will be administered
in accordance with 40 CFR Part 30 and 40 or the most recent FDP
terms and conditions, depending upon the grantee institution.
EPA provides awards for research in the sciences and engineering
related to environmental protection. The awardee is solely responsible
for the conduct of such activities and preparation of results for
publication. EPA, therefore, does not assume responsibility for
such findings or their interpretation.
6.2 NSF Grant Administration
NSF grants awarded as a result of this announcement will
be administered in accordance with the terms and conditions of the
most recent NSF GC-1, "Grant General Conditions," or the
FDP-III, "Federal Demonstration Partnership General Terms and
Conditions," depending on the grantee organization.
More comprehensive information on the administration of NSF grants
is contained in the Grant Policy Manual (NSF 98-2, October 1997),
for sale through the Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing
Office (GPO), Washington, D.C. 20402. The telephone number at GPO
is (202) 512 1800 for subscription information.
Organizations applying to NSF for the first time, or which have
not received an NSF award within the preceding two years, should
refer to the NSF Grant Policy Manual, Section 500, for instructions
on specific information that may be requested by NSF. First time
NSF awardees will be required to submit organizational, management,
and financial information, including a certification of civil rights
compliance, before an award can be made. One copy of the Grant Policy
Manual will be provided free of charge to new grantees.
Upon completion of an NSF project, a Final Project Report (NSF Form
98A) form will be sent to the grantee. Applicants should review
this form prior to proposal submission so that appropriate tracking
mechanisms are included in the proposal plan to ensure that complete
information will be available at the conclusion of the project.
Activities described in this publication are in the following categories
in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA): 47.049 Mathematical
and Physical Sciences; 47.075 Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences.
6.3 NSF Applicant Information
The Foundation provides awards for research and education
in the sciences and engineering. The awardee is wholly responsible
for the conduct of such research and preparation of the results
for publication. The Foundation, therefore, does not assume responsibility
for the research findings or their interpretation.
The Foundation welcomes proposals from all qualified scientists
and engineers and strongly encourages women, minorities, and persons
with disabilities to compete fully in any of the research and education
related programs described here. In accordance with federal statutes,
regulations, and NSF policies, no person on grounds of race, color,
age, sex, national origin, or disability shall be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination
under any program or activity receiving financial assistance from
the National Science Foundation.
NSF will consider in the evaluation and award process the broader
impacts of the proposed research activity, in addition to addressing
the criteria stated in section 5.1. Questions to be considered are:
How well does the activity advance discovery and understanding while
promoting teaching, training, and learning? How well does the proposed
activity broaden the participation of underrepresented groups (e.g.,
gender, ethnicity, geographic, etc.)? To what extent will it enhance
the infrastructure for research and education, such as facilities,
instrumentation, networks and partnerships? Will the results be
disseminated broadly to enhance scientific and technological understanding?
What may be the benefits of the proposed activity to society?
Facilitation Awards for Scientists and Engineers with Disabilities
(FASED) provide funding for special assistance or equipment to enable
persons with disabilities (investigators and other staff, including
student research assistants) to work on NSF projects. See the program
announcement or contact the program coordinator at (703) 306-1636.
Privacy Act. The information requested on proposal forms is solicited
under the authority of the National Science Foundation Act of 1950,
as amended. It will be used in connection with the selection of
qualified proposals and may be disclosed to qualified reviewers
and staff assistants as part of the review process; to applicant
institutions/grantees; to provide or obtain data regarding the application
review process, award decisions, or the administration of awards;
to government contractors, experts, volunteers, and researchers
as necessary to complete assigned work; and to other government
agencies in order to coordinate programs. See Systems of Records,
NSF 50, Principal Investigators/Proposal File and Associated Records,
and NSF-51, 60 Federal Register 4449 (January 23, 1995), Reviewer/Proposal
File and Associated Records, 59 Federal Register 8031 (February
17, 1994).
Public Burden. Submission of the information is voluntary. Failure
to provide full and complete information, however, may reduce the
possibility of your receiving an award.
The public reporting burden for this collection of information is
estimated to average 120 hours per response, including the time
for reviewing instructions. Send comments regarding this burden
estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information,
including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Gail A. McHenry,
Reports Clearance Officer, Information Dissemination Branch, National
Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 245, Arlington,
VA 22230.
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