RESTORE Act Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program

The RESTORE Act Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program aims to establish one or more Centers of Excellence in the Gulf Coast Region to conduct research in various disciplines, including coastal and deltaic sustainability, coastal fisheries and wildlife ecosystem research, offshore energy development, sustainable and resilient growth, and comprehensive observation, monitoring, and mapping of the Gulf of Mexico. The program is open to eligible applicants, including institutions of higher education, nonprofits, and state governments. The award amount will depend on the Trust Fund balance, and the award period will be between 1 to 5 years. Key activities include conducting research, monitoring, and evaluating the effectiveness of the Centers of Excellence. * Eligible disciplines: * Coastal and deltaic sustainability, restoration, and protection * Coastal fisheries and wildlife ecosystem research and monitoring * Offshore energy development * Sustainable and resilient growth, economic and commercial development * Comprehensive observation, monitoring, and mapping of the Gulf of Mexico * Eligible applicants: * Institutions of higher education * Nonprofits * State governments * Award amount: Dependent on the Trust Fund balance * Award period: 1 to 5 years