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productively. Marvin Jensen shares some thoughts, based on years of experience in developing the science used to estimate ET, regarding how Colorado might approach developing a stronger scientific foundation for future, more precise and Colorado - relevant, ET estimates. Troy Bauder and Nolan Doesken, on page 12, describe Colorado's efforts to obtain the climate data needed to estimate ET, as well as suggesting ways to strengthen the quality and quantity of climate data in Colorado. The article by Ron Gosnell, on page 14, which reviews the recently published CWRRI Forests and Water report, reminds us of the role sound science plays in estimating water use by forests in Colorado, which cover 1/3 of the Colorado land surface. We hope this issue of Colorado Water enhances understand- ing of the basic concepts surrounding estimating ET and the issues involved in producing the scientific measurements needed to refine and improve Colorado ET estimates. Bal- ancing water demands and use, between Colorado's Old and New West dimensions, requires the very best science can provide in estimating evapotranspiration. WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH NATIONAL COMPETITIVE GRANTS PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2004 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Request for Proposals for the FY 2004 National Competitive Grants Program authorized by section 104G of the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 has been released. The RFP may be obtained either by going to https:Hniwr.org /NIWR and clicking on "View the RFP" under "National Competitive Grants Program" or by going directly to https:Hniwr.org!2004_104G_RFP. Proposals are sought in not only the physical dimensions of supply and demand, but also quality trends in raw water supplies, the role of economics in water supply and demand, and institutional arrangements for tracking and reporting water supply and availability. For planning purposes, the amount available for research under this program is estimated to be $1 million in federal funds, though there has not been a FY2004 appropriation of funds for this program as of the date of this announcement. Any investigator at an institution of higher learning in the United States is eligible to apply for a grant through its State Water Research Institute or Center. Proposals involving substantial collaboration between the USGS and university scientists are encouraged. Proposals may be for projects of 1 to 3 years in duration and may request up to $250,000 in federal funds. Successful applicants must match each dollar of the federal grant with one dollar from non - federal sources. Proposals will be accepted only through the Internet site at https:Hniwr.org /NIWR /. Prospective applicants must register at that site prior to submitting a proposal. Registrations and proposals will be accepted on the Internet site beginning Dec. 1, 2003. DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPOSAL PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION WILL BE PROVIDED ONLINE AT THAT TIME. The closing date for proposals to be filed on the web site by principal investigators is 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, March 1, 2004. NSF FUNDS COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR COLLABORATIVE ADAPTIVE SENSING OF THE ATMOSPHERE October 1, 2003 -- The National Science Foundation has announced that Colorado State University will team with the University of Massachusetts in an Engineering Research Center. The NSF granted $17 million to the lead institution, the University of Massachusetts, in partnership with Colorado State, the University of Oklahoma and the University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez along with industry including IBM, The Weather Channel and Raytheon. The new $17 million grant will fund a center for Collaborative Adaptive Sensing of the Atmosphere, enabling earlier and more accurate weather emergency forecasts. The center will significantly i warning time for tornadoes, flash floods and other sever weather disturbances with far greater accuracy than existing technc The NSF established four Engineering Research Centers nationwide this week. For additional information contact Tom Milligan at (970) 491 - 6432, Tom.Milligaii"colostate.edu.