The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Science Mission Directorate (SMD) has announced the Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2025, including the A.27 Rapid Response and Novel Research in Earth Science program element. This funding opportunity is designed to support rapid-response investigations and innovative research in Earth Science. It aims to address emerging scientific questions, natural disasters, and unanticipated environmental events that require immediate study. The ROSES solicitation serves as an omnibus research announcement encompassing various program elements that support both basic and applied research in space and Earth sciences.

The funding opportunity provides financial support through cooperative agreements and grants. While no specific award ceiling or floor has been established, awards will be based on the merit and scope of the proposals. The estimated total program funding is not specified, and the number of awards expected has not been determined. The typical period of performance for an award is three years, though some programs may allow up to five years. Funding is available to U.S. institutions, and foreign institutions may participate under a no-exchange-of-funds policy. Specific eligibility requirements for non-U.S. organizations are outlined in NASA's Proposer’s Guide.

There is no fixed deadline for proposal submission, allowing researchers to submit applications at any time, subject to eligibility timing issues related to resubmissions and duplicate proposal avoidance. The final date for applications under ROSES-25 is March 31, 2026. The ROSES-26 version is expected to overlap briefly with ROSES-25 to allow for continuous proposal submission across funding cycles. Applicants must retrieve the required instructions document and complete all necessary forms as outlined in the application package.

The program covers a broad range of research areas within Earth Science and aims to support novel scientific approaches, including the use of satellite data, remote sensing, and advanced modeling techniques. Research topics vary widely and are aligned with NASA’s ongoing efforts to advance scientific understanding of Earth’s systems. Most awards issued through ROSES-25 will be grants, with some exceptions based on the nature of the research.

For further details, applicants are encouraged to review the full text of the solicitation available on NASA's NSPIRES platform. The summary tables (Tables 2 and 3) provide key deadlines, proposal content summaries, and submission instructions. NASA maintains several resources, including an FAQ page, subscription-based email notifications, and due date calendars to assist researchers in staying updated on amendments, clarifications, and newly released program elements.

For general inquiries regarding ROSES-2025, interested parties may contact the Office of the SMD Deputy Associate Administrator for Research at sara@nasa.gov. Specific questions about this program element can be directed to Kelsey Bisson at (202) 674-4019 or kelsey.bisson@nasa.gov, or Laura Lorenzoni at (202) 358-0917 or laura.lorenzoni@nasa.gov.