Synopsis of Current Environmental Science Research

Any research that impacts the environment (in any way) is defined as a candidate for research in this program. This includes research and analysis of all living things in our ecosystem (including human health and well-being) as well as the environmental constraints and impacts of man-made environments (biospheres, sub-marine facilities, long distance space flight, etc.). Listed below are examples of research areas currently being conducted or in the preliminary inquiry or data collection phase. Unlisted areas that satisfy the above definition and are not listed as they are only in the planning phases.

1. Behavioral and evolutionary ecology of terrestrial invertebrates
2. Fisheries science and conservation, including aquatic ecology of fish
3. Environmental distribution and disease potential of Legionella-like bacteria
4. Computational molecular modeling (various types with various environmental impacts)
5. Molecular genetics with respect to bio-complexity in the environment
6. Avian Ecology and Management
7. Analysis of physiological effects due to environmental stress (human and animal)
8. Genetically modified plants for accelerated plant growth and resistance
9. Effects of herbicide and pesticide on human and animal health
10.  Alternative environmentally friendly energy
11.  Biosensors (medical and environmental)
12.  Affect of Methamphetamine, clandestine lab human health and environmental impact, synthesis and disposal
13.   Synthesis of novel environmentally friendly organic solvents (industrial and academic use)
14.  Effects on human health and aquatic habitat of endocrine disruptors polluting U.S. waterways
15.  Environmental aspects of pharmaceuticals and personal care products
16. Transport and fate of chemicals in the environment (including man-made ecosystems)
17.  Nanoscaled materials for sensing and analysis – chemical and biological sensors
18.  Development of bioreporter assays for biochemical and environmental analysis
19.  Remediation of nuclear waste (disposal, clean-up and alternative use)
20.  Study of living organisms and physiological processes as they are impacted by man-made or natural environments.
21.  Real-time chemical and bio-sensing technologies for natural and man-made environments.