A cooperative agreement is a type of funding mechanism used by government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other entities to support collaborative research projects. In a cooperative agreement, the funding agency works closely with the recipient organization to define the goals and objectives of the project, monitor progress, and provide technical assistance as needed. This type of agreement typically involves a high level of collaboration and communication between all parties involved to ensure the success of the project. Cooperative agreements are often used for complex research projects that require input from multiple organizations and experts in different fields.