Seaweed Research Funding Database

Ocean Visions has released a comprehensive database of global funding opportunities that support research and development of ocean-based carbon dioxide removal technologies, specifically for sinking marine biomass.

What It Provides:

• Detailed information about specific grant opportunities
• Information hosted by international public, philanthropic, and private funders
• General funder information

Focus Areas:

• Ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies
• Sinking marine biomass research
• Seaweed/marine aquaculture research and development

Scientific Context: Database created in conjunction with Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) in October 2022 to support a framework for accelerating research into sinking marine biomass for carbon dioxide removal.

Related Framework:

• Ocean Visions released "Framework for Accelerating Research into Sinking of Marine Biomass for Carbon Dioxide Removal" (October 2022)
• Developed with guidance from working group of 25 diverse international experts
• Outlines key scientific questions needing answers
• Provides detailed guidance on controlled field trials
• Provides cost estimates for research
• Addresses research priorities from Ocean Visions' Road Maps

Purpose: By identifying funding opportunities aligned with outstanding science needs from the framework, Ocean Visions aims to unlock ingenuity and talent of individuals worldwide to address knowledge gaps quickly, robustly, and responsibly.

Evaluation: Ocean Visions plans to engage users to assess database utility and value

How to Access

• Access point: Database accessible online (specific URL not provided in source material)
• Content: Browse funding opportunities aligned with marine biomass sinking research needs

Note: This is a database/resource tool rather than a grant program itself. Ocean Visions curates information about funding opportunities from other sources to help researchers identify relevant grants.