Call for Grant Applications
Climate Program Office Grant
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency
Deadline: November 14, 2013

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency is seeking grant applications for research supporting education, science, and technology that furthers NOAA’s goal of creating a better environmental future. Applicant research should focus on challenges such as climate impact on water resources, impacts on coastal regions, changes in marine ecosystems, and technology to mitigate climate change. For application information, visit the posting on the Grant.gov website.


Call for Submissions
Seismic Design Competition
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute
Deadline: November 15, 2013

The Student Leadership Council of the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute is accepting applications for its Undergraduate Seismic Design Competition. Applicants are challenged to submit designs for a cost-effective building that resists seismic loading. Models will be subjected to a series of structural tests to determine stability and ability to withstand seismic activity. For complete competition guidelines, design specifications, clarifications, and other submission information, visit the competition website.


Call for Applications
Assistance to Firefighters Grants
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Deadline: December 6, 2013

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is accepting applications for its Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. AFG grants are available to help firefighters and other first responders purchase equipment, vehicles, training, and other needed resources. For full grant information, application guidance, and a list of items eligible to be purchased using grant funds, visit the FEMA grant website.