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Sep 7, 2021

Applications Open for NC WRRI/Sea Grant Graduate Research Projects

“With the combined coverage of North Carolina Sea Grant and the NC Water Resources Research Institute, we’re able to entertain proposals from across the entire state to help address the grand water challenges facing North Carolina,” says John Fear, deputy director for both programs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. on Nov. 12, 2021.

Aug 22, 2021

“Watershed Wisdom” Lesson Plan Receives National Award

Watershed Wisdom earned a Grand Award from the 2021 APEX Awards for Excellence in the category of Campaigns, Programs & Plans.

Jul 21, 2021

NC WRRI 2021 Annual Conference Student Lightning Talk Winners

By Justin Lindemann This year’s virtual NC WRRI Annual Conference gave undergraduate and graduate students the chance to submit abstracts for the Student Lightning Talk Competition. Students spoke for seven minutes about their research, with three minutes devoted to questions, during a session each day showcasing the exciting work of student researchers around the state. …

Jul 7, 2021

New Collaborative Community Research Looks at Wastewater, Mussels, Youth Training and More

Six new projects in North Carolina are launching this year with support from the Community Collaborative Research Grant program. Projects explore topics including wastewater treatment, mussels, youth training and more.

Jul 1, 2021

WRRI Supporting 10 Graduate Students for 2021-22

By Justin Lindemann “We are pleased to see our funding partners join us again in support of a diverse lineup of important projects from up-and-coming researchers,” notes John Fear, deputy director for the state’s Sea Grant and Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) programs. “With research focusing on chemicals of concern, factors for erosion, a variety…

May 19, 2021

NC WRRI Accepting Research Proposals for Targeted Topics

WRRI is accepting proposals for 104(g) USGS funding. Projects addressing three key research areas are eligible, collaboration is encouraged.

Apr 22, 2021

NC WRRI Fellow Finds Promise in Sunlight

Graduate student researcher, Arpit Sardana, tested whether sunlight alone can break down contaminants in wastewater.

Mar 19, 2021

NC WRRI Seeks Coordinator, Applications Close April 23

Contact: John Fear: jmfear@ncsu.edu Katie Mosher: kmosher@ncsu.edu UPDATE: This job posting will close on April 23, 2021. Apply online: jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/141840 North Carolina’s Water Resources Research Institute is accepting applications for the coordinator of research and engagement. Based at NC State University in Raleigh, the coordinator will work directly with the WRRI management team to formulate, implement…

Mar 16, 2021

NC WRRI Conference Features Student Lightning Talks and Networking Session

During the all-virtual 2021 NC WRRI Annual Conference, students will present lightning talks on March 25 and 26. Also on March 25, a networking session will offer career insight for students and early career professionals. Each student speaker will briefly summarize their research and take questions — thus showcasing the exciting work of many projects…

Mar 11, 2021

Treating Algal Toxins in Drinking Water with Dr. Olya Keen

Olya Keen, Ph.D. is interested in emerging contaminants and different treatments that can better our drinking water quality.