By storing 'sketches' of data, computer scientists seek to transform urban systems
A research team is developing a system for streamlining and managing vast datasets that could advance research in urban sustainability.
Tag: "Research"
DOE grant funds biofuel research across disciplines
A three-year DOE grant funds research into production of better biofuels, engaging CSU researchers across disciplines in engineering, other colleges, and other institutions.
It’s official, Colorado’s ‘wild weather year’ sets new high temp and hailstone records
In the last six months, new all-time records for Colorado of hot temperature, largest hailstone, and the lowest atmospheric pressure have been recorded (Colorado Public Radio).
Exposure to air pollution increases violent crime rates, study finds
A CSU team found strong links between short-term exposure to air pollution and aggressive behavior, in the form of aggravated assaults and other violent crimes.
Gross Dam spillway design being put to the test by CSU engineers
The experimental spillway, constructed by CSU civil engineers, is a test bed for an ambitious dam-raising project in Boulder County.
Scientists set out to drift with Arctic ice for a year to study climate change
Just days before the German icebreaker Polarstern sets sail on the largest and most ambitious climate-change research expedition the Arctic has ever seen, an air of quiet pandemonium prevails aboard ship (NY Times).
Ellison Carter uses JPB Fellowship to build foundation for interdisciplinary air quality research
The JPB Environmental Health Fellowship has connected CSU Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering assistant professor Ellison Carter with other multidisciplinary academic and agency leaders to support policy changes that address environmental, social and economic disparities.
Emily Fischer receives Macelwane Medal, one of AGU’s highest honors
The American Geophysical Union will honor CSU Atmospheric Science Associate Professor Emily Fischer with the James B. Macelwane Medal in recognition of her significant contributions to the geophysical sciences as an outstanding early career scientist.
Rapid Prototyping Lab supports researchers across campus
The Rapid Prototyping and Applied Engineering Lab is a fabrication and engineering consultant group that provides support for other researchers as an official University Service Center and hands-on opportunities to students.
What is nitrous oxide and why is it a climate threat?
Despite its increasing role in global warming and effect on the ozone layer, little has been done to rein in this climate pollutant. One big reason: agriculture (InsideClimate News).