Projects and Programs
RIEEE is a dedicated grant-seeking and research administration unit. Explore our current portfolio of grants and contracts below.
This project aims to advance bioenergy technologies through the integration of biomass heating systems and biochar combined with anaerobic digestion (BCAD). Objectives include transferring technology to regional farms, evaluating crop…
New research recognizes the role that environmental factors sensitive to climate change and variability (e.g., increasing temperatures, heat waves) may play in the complex pathway linking environmental exposures and negative…
The primary goal of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of windbreaks in reducing wind-related crop loss at a regional level. Using data from remote sensing, crop insurance, and…
Millions of adults worldwide face the challenges of not getting enough sleep and making unhealthy food choices. In the U.S., over one-third of adults experience both insufficient sleep and obesity.…
This project addresses the critical need for integrative work in research, emphasizing the convergence of diverse perspectives to co-create knowledge for solving complex challenges. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Science…
The Science and Technologies for Phosphorus Sustainability (STEPS) Center is a convergence research community of diverse and leading scientists that addresses the complex challenges in phosphorus sustainability by integrating disciplinary…
This project establishes a climate-health internship for an Appalachian State graduate student. The internship aims to provide hands-on research experiences, mentorship, and professional development opportunities beyond the academic setting. The…
The National Geographic and Rolex Everest weather station network, established in a previous year, has been highly successful, consistently providing crucial data to scientists, forecasters, climbers, and local communities. Recently,…
The International Network for Researching, Advancing, and Assessing Materials for Environmental Sustainability (INFRAMES) leverages the substantial investments in US and EU networks in the area of environmental nanotechnology to assemble…
