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Funding Opportunities for the Western IPM CenterUC DANR Seeks Applications for Pierce Disease Research Grants: Sponsor Deadline, April 16, 2004University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is soliciting research proposals for targeted research to address the threat of Pierce's Disease to the grape industry. The disease is caused by Xylella fastidiosa, a bacterium that clogs the xylem in plants (such as grape vine) and inhibits their ability to take in water and nutrients. The Pierce's Disease threat to the viticulture Industry has been exacerbated by the recent introduction and establishment of the highly efficient vector, the Glassy-winged Sharpshooter (SWSS), in Southern California and other areas of the Southwest United States. The Pierce's Disease research program is funded by a special grant to the University of California by the USDA Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES). This program will supplement ongoing research funded by the American Vineyard Foundation, the California Grape Industry, the California Department of Food and Agriculture and the USDA. Proposals will be considered for one or two years in duration. There will be approximately $1.8 million available for this cycle of the program. Announcement of proposals selected for funding will be made by June 21, 2004. See additional program information and guidelines. Proposals must be received in the office of the Project Director by April 16, 2004. Guidelines and formats for preparation and submission of proposals are attached. Each proposal received must include the required CSREES forms 0524-2004 [budget], CSREES-2008 [Assurance statement] and OMB approved 0524-0039 [NEPA Exclusions]. These forms are available on the CSREES Web page. Two hard copies and an electronic copy of each proposal are required. The electronic copies will be used to facilitate the peer review process. Proposals should be sent to: NOTE: Proposals must be submitted for internal review by the Sponsored Programs Office prior to deadline. A data sheet is required with submission of your proposal. To download the data sheet form, please visit the Sponsored Programs Office Web site. The Sponsored Programs Office is located in Everson Hall, Rm. 118. Allow five business days for the review and approval process. After the review is complete, you will be contacted to pick up your proposal and mail. The Sponsored Programs Office is not responsible for mailing proposals. If you have any questions about this process, please contact Rebeca Madrigal at 754-6070. |
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 Western Integrated Pest Management Center
Pest Management Centers are sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture, Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service | |