The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is inviting applications for the establishment of a Cooperative Institute Fostering Aquaculture Research and Marketing (CIFARM). The CIFARM will directly support NOAA's Research and Development Vision Areas by advancing key goals in aquaculture, fostering innovation, promoting environmental stewardship, and building strong coastal economies. The institute will facilitate a long-term collaborative relationship between NOAA and the recipient, focusing on broad-based research, technology innovation, and education and outreach capabilities that align with NOAA's priorities for the US aquaculture sector. Some key aspects of this opportunity include: • The CIFARM will support the robust development of aquaculture in the United States to address the seafood import deficit and benefit the economy. • The institute will help NOAA fulfill the tenets of the NOAA Aquaculture Strategic Plan. • Applicants must complete and maintain three registrations: SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons. • The complete registration process for all three systems can take 4 to 6 weeks, so applicants should begin this activity as soon as possible.