Building Fisheries Management Capacity in Maine
GrantID: 11433
Grant Funding Amount Low: $2,000,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $5,000,000
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Grant Overview
Priority Outcomes for Maine's Cyberinfrastructure Workforce Development
Maine's unique blend of rural and coastal economies presents both opportunities and challenges for developing a robust cyberinfrastructure workforce. The state's focus on nurturing, growing, and recognizing this workforce is crucial for advancing fundamental science and engineering (S&E) research and education, as well as contributing to the nation's overall economic competitiveness and security. This grant funding seeks to support initiatives that align with these goals.
Enhancing Research and Education through Cyberinfrastructure
A key priority outcome for Maine is enhancing the state's research and education capabilities through improved cyberinfrastructure. The Maine Statewide Advanced Manufacturing Education (SAME) initiative, supported by the Maine Department of Education and the Maine Technology Institute, exemplifies this focus. By developing a skilled workforce in areas such as advanced manufacturing, SAME leverages cyberinfrastructure to drive innovation and economic growth. Grants awarded under this funding opportunity can support similar initiatives, focusing on the development of a national CIP workforce essential for creating, utilizing, and supporting advanced cyberinfrastructure.
Maine's geographic features, including its extensive coastline and rural areas, distinguish it from other states and present unique challenges for cyberinfrastructure development. The state's coastal economy, reliant on industries such as fishing and tourism, requires robust cyberinfrastructure to support research and education initiatives. For instance, the University of Maine's Advanced Structures and Composites Center utilizes cyberinfrastructure to drive innovation in marine-based industries. By prioritizing outcomes that address these challenges, Maine can ensure that its cyberinfrastructure workforce is equipped to drive economic growth and competitiveness.
Target Outcomes and Metrics for Success
To measure the success of grant-funded initiatives, Maine will focus on several target outcomes, including the development of a diverse and skilled CIP workforce, increased adoption of advanced cyberinfrastructure in S&E research and education, and improved collaboration between academia, industry, and government. The Maine Technology Institute, a key state agency supporting innovation and technology development, will play a crucial role in tracking these outcomes and ensuring that grant funding is aligned with state priorities.
In evaluating the impact of grant-funded initiatives, Maine will consider metrics such as the number of individuals trained in CIP-related fields, the adoption of advanced cyberinfrastructure by research institutions and industries, and the number of collaborative projects between academia, industry, and government. By prioritizing these outcomes and tracking progress through key metrics, Maine can ensure that its cyberinfrastructure workforce is well-positioned to drive economic growth and competitiveness in the state.
For small businesses and non-profit organizations in Maine, grants awarded under this funding opportunity can provide critical support for initiatives that drive innovation and economic growth. The Maine Arts Commission, for example, has provided grants to support arts-based initiatives that leverage technology and cyberinfrastructure. By supporting similar initiatives, this grant funding can help to foster a more diverse and vibrant economy in Maine.
Q: What types of initiatives are eligible for funding under this grant opportunity in Maine? A: Initiatives that support the development of a national CIP workforce, enhance research and education through cyberinfrastructure, and drive innovation and economic growth in the state are eligible for funding.
Q: How will the success of grant-funded initiatives be measured in Maine? A: Success will be measured through target outcomes, including the development of a diverse and skilled CIP workforce, increased adoption of advanced cyberinfrastructure, and improved collaboration between academia, industry, and government.
Q: Can non-profit organizations in Maine apply for funding under this grant opportunity? A: Yes, non-profit organizations in Maine are eligible to apply for funding under this grant opportunity, particularly if their initiatives align with the state's priorities for cyberinfrastructure workforce development and drive innovation and economic growth.
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