The Western Regional Aquaculture Center (WRAC) Request for Research & Outreach Pre-Proposals (RFP) for FY2027 is now open for submissions through April 10, 2026.
The RFP is available on the WRAC website on the Current Funding Opportunities page. Applicants are encouraged to view the informational video, “Mastering Your WRAC Proposal: Essential Tips and Strategies”; although created for the previous RFP, its guidance remains fully applicable for developing a successful submission this round.
For questions or concerns regarding the RFP, individuals may contact Program Manager Julie Hahn at jkhahn@uw.edu or Interim Executive Director Kevin Fitzsimmons at kevfitz@uw.edu. To address research priority area questions, applicants should reach out to the specific WRAC contacts listed at the top of each individual priority statement page.
Excerpt from the WRAC RFP FY2027: Proposed Research Priority Statements
(See “Research Priority Statements” on pages 4-15 in the RFP)
Based on extensive input from the aquaculture industry and extension and research representatives throughout the region, the Western Regional Aquaculture Center (WRAC) is seeking Pre-Proposals for ten research areas, listed below alphabetically. WRAC volunteers, who are available to answer your questions, are listed at the top of each priority area page.
- Advancing Aquaculture Development through Actionable Data and Work Force Innovation
- Aquaculture Opportunities Through Genetics
- Ecosystem Services and Aquaculture
- Feed and Nutrient Innovation
- Improve Product Quality and Safety
- Improvements in Hatchery Technology and Techniques
- New and Emerging Species
- Non-antibiotic Solutions to Control or Prevent Infectious or Non-infectious Diseases and Stressors Affecting Aquaculture Production
- Reducing Impacts of Aquatic Nuisance Species
- Transforming the Aquaculture Industry through Digital Innovations