Required information for application:
1. Applicant information: Name, organization affiliation, contact information (phone number, email address), and mailing address.
2. Project title: Provide a title for the proposed project.
3. Project summary: Provide a summary of the proposed project, highlighting its objectives, methods, and expected outcomes.
4. Project duration: Specify the duration of the project, keeping in mind the requirement for impactful results within a two-year period.
5. Objective alignment: Indicate which objectives (A, B, or C) the proposed project aligns with.
6. Priority alignment: Clearly state how the proposed project addresses the priorities listed under the chosen objective(s).
7. Project description: Provide a detailed description of the proposed research or conservation activities, including the specific research questions or conservation actions to be addressed.
8. Research methods: Describe the methods and techniques that will be used to conduct the research or implement the conservation actions. Include details about data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
9. Collaborative approach: Explain how the proposed project will involve collaboration with management authorities or other stakeholders, as encouraged by the funding opportunity.
10. Budget: Provide a detailed budget for the proposed project, including estimated costs for personnel, equipment, supplies, travel, and any other relevant expenses.
11. Project timeline: Outline a timeline for the different phases or milestones of the proposed project, indicating when each activity will be conducted.
12. Expected outcomes and impact: Clearly articulate the expected outcomes of the proposed project and how they will contribute to the management of white-nose syndrome and the conservation of bats. Explain the potential impact of the project's results.
13. Compliance with protocols and regulations: State your commitment to adhere to established protocols and methodologies developed or espoused by the national WNS working groups, as well as relevant laws and regulations, such as the Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and National Environmental Policy Act.
14. Previous experience: Provide information about the applicant's previous experience or qualifications related to white-nose syndrome research, bat conservation, or similar areas of expertise.
15. References: Include references or citations to support the proposed project, if applicable.
16. Additional funding: Indicate if the proposed project is also seeking funding from other sources, such as the WNS Grants to States and Tribes 2023, Bats for the Future Fund, or Biotechnological Tools WNS Research for Conservation Grants-Biotechnology.
17. COVID-19 considerations: Describe
