For the 2018 equipment awards, special consideration will be given to proposals that include one or more of the following:

• Projects that advance data-proximate analysis of large remote datasets (e.g. GOES-16 satellite data).
• Projects that facilitate the use of machine learning techniques and data analytics.
• Installation of equipment that provides student access to and use of GOES-R series satellite data.
• Installation of equipment for the operational use of ensemble models and the development of those models’ predictions to share with the broader geoscience community.

Unidata's technical staff stands ready to assist with installation and configuration of both servers.  And as always, these special emphases do not preclude other proposals from members of the Unidata community for procuring new computers or upgrading existing classroom and laboratory equipment to integrate Unidata tools and data services in geoscience education and research. 

Additionally, small institutions, academic departments that have not previously submitted proposals to this program, and programs outside Unidata's traditional atmospheric sciences community are particularly encouraged to apply. Proposals from academic institutions outside the United States will be considered. However, preference will be given to academic institutions within the U.S.

View the 2018 solicitation

Questions About the 2018 Equipment Awards?

Questions or comments about the 2018 Equipment Awards can be sent to: support-egrants@unidata.ucar.edu