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Division of Ocean Sciences

Physical Oceanography

Description

The Physical Oceanography Program supports research on a wide range of topics associated with the structure and movement of the ocean, with the way in which it transports various quantities, with the way the ocean's physical structure interacts with the biological and chemical processes within it, and with interactions between the ocean and the atmosphere, solid earth and ice that surround it.

Due Dates

Proposals must be submitted by the following date(s):

  • Full Proposal Target Date(s):
      August 15, yearly
      February 15, yearly

Primary Program Contact

Eric C. Itsweire
Program Director
Rm. 725 N
Phone: (703) 292-8582,
Fax: (703) 292-9085,
Email: eitsweir@nsf.gov

Eligibility Information

Standard eligibility criteria as defined in the Grant Proposal Guide apply to this program. There are no additional limitations.

Award Information

Estimated program budget, number of awards and average award size/duration are subject to the availability of funds.

Proposal Preparation Instructions

  • Full proposals: Standard Preparation Guidelines
    • Standard GPG Guidelines apply.

Budgetary Information

This program adheres to the budget definition and preparation instructions described in the Grant Proposal Guide and has no additional requirements or limitations.

Cost Sharing is not required.

Proposal Review Information

  • Merit Review Criteria: National Science Board approved criteria apply.

Award Administration Information

  • Award Conditions: Standard NSF award conditions apply.
  • Reporting Requirements: Standard NSF reporting requirements apply.

Program Description Number: PD 98-1610

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