EDMAP is the component of the NCGMP that funds universities to train the next generation of geologic mappers. EDMAP is a one-year, mentor-guided program designed to teach students geologic mapping techniques through rigorous field mapping. Colleges and universities in the United States and Puerto Rico are eligible to apply through an annual competitive grants process. Every Federal dollar that is awarded is matched with university funds. Geology professors, who are skilled in geologic mapping, request EDMAP funding to support undergraduate and graduate students at their college or university in a one-year mentored geologic mapping project. Although individual projects last for only one year, they may build upon the results of previous years' efforts. EDMAP geology professors and their students frequently work closely with STATEMAP and FEDMAP geologists who may be mapping nearby.
Since 1996, EDMAP has funded over 1,250 students at more than 160 universities. Funds for graduate student projects are limited to \$17,500, and undergraduate student project funds are limited to \$10,000. The college or university matches the EDMAP funding 1:1. Detailed instructions for submitting EDMAP proposals can be found in the Program Announcement, which is posted on Grants.gov each September. EDMAP proposals are typically due in November.
Partnering with US Universities and the Association of American State Geologists (AASG), EDMAP ensures that students are being trained in geologic mapping, preparing them for success as the future workforce for geologists. Current and previous EDMAP projects are listed below.
Annual EDMAP Projects:
EDMAP Webinars:
Below are other science projects associated with this project.
Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition (GLGMC)
FEDMAP
STATEMAP
The National Geologic Map Database (NGMDB)
- Overview
EDMAP is the component of the NCGMP that funds universities to train the next generation of geologic mappers. EDMAP is a one-year, mentor-guided program designed to teach students geologic mapping techniques through rigorous field mapping. Colleges and universities in the United States and Puerto Rico are eligible to apply through an annual competitive grants process. Every Federal dollar that is awarded is matched with university funds. Geology professors, who are skilled in geologic mapping, request EDMAP funding to support undergraduate and graduate students at their college or university in a one-year mentored geologic mapping project. Although individual projects last for only one year, they may build upon the results of previous years' efforts. EDMAP geology professors and their students frequently work closely with STATEMAP and FEDMAP geologists who may be mapping nearby.
Since 1996, EDMAP has funded over 1,250 students at more than 160 universities. Funds for graduate student projects are limited to \$17,500, and undergraduate student project funds are limited to \$10,000. The college or university matches the EDMAP funding 1:1. Detailed instructions for submitting EDMAP proposals can be found in the Program Announcement, which is posted on Grants.gov each September. EDMAP proposals are typically due in November.
Partnering with US Universities and the Association of American State Geologists (AASG), EDMAP ensures that students are being trained in geologic mapping, preparing them for success as the future workforce for geologists. Current and previous EDMAP projects are listed below.
Annual EDMAP Projects:
EDMAP Webinars:
- Science
Below are other science projects associated with this project.
Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition (GLGMC)
The Great Lakes Geologic Mapping Coalition (GLGMC) advances the understanding of the three-dimensional distribution of the glacial, periglacial, and proglacial deposits that overlie the bedrock of the glaciated Midwest. It recognizes the fact that several continental glaciations of the last million years have profoundly affected the geology and the natural environment of all eight member States...FEDMAP
FEDMAP develops new ways to understand basic earth science processes and produces high-quality, multipurpose digital geologic maps, regional analyses, and multidimensional geologic models. Geologic maps are the primary database for virtually all earth-science applications and issues including mitigation of natural hazards, ground- and surface-water management, land-use management, assessment, and...STATEMAP
The primary objective of the STATEMAP component of the NCGMP is to establish the geologic framework of areas determined to be vital to the economic, social, or scientific welfare of individual States. STATEMAP mapping priorities are established by State Geological Surveys in consultation with a multi-representational State Mapping Advisory Committee. These priorities are based on multiple factors...The National Geologic Map Database (NGMDB)
The National Geologic Map Database (NGMDB) is a distributed archive of geoscience information for the Nation. It was mandated by the Geologic Mapping Act of 1992 and is cooperatively built and maintained by the USGS and State Geological Surveys. We welcome you to explore the archive, view the maps, and help us to improve this resource. - Publications
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