{"id":27687,"date":"2010-12-08T14:05:46","date_gmt":"2010-12-08T19:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/?p=27687"},"modified":"2011-05-31T12:36:52","modified_gmt":"2011-05-31T16:36:52","slug":"storrs-grants-september-2010","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/2010\/12\/storrs-grants-september-2010\/","title":{"rendered":"Storrs Grants, September 2010"},"content":{"rendered":"

The following grants were received through the Office for Sponsored Programs<\/a> (OSP) in September 2010. The list represents only new proposals awarded, and excludes continuations. The list is supplied each month by OSP.<\/p>\n

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Babb, I.<\/strong>, National Undersea Research Center
\nCOSEE-TEK: Center for Ocean Science Education Excellence \u2013 Technology and\u00a0 Engineering for Knowledge
\n<\/em>NSF\/GEO, $975,000, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Babb, I.<\/strong>, National Undersea Research Center
\nScience Class Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for GOM DISCOVER Cruise
\n<\/em>DOI\/US Geological Survey, $140,433, 9\/10-10\/10<\/p>\n

Birge, R.<\/strong>, Chemistry
\nDTRA Proposal CBM.DIAGC.02.11.NRL.010
\n<\/em>DOD\/Defense Threat Reduction Agency, $250,000, 7\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Bonelli, J.<\/strong>, Extension
\nCrop Insurance and Risk Management Education and Information Resources for Connecticut Producers
\n<\/em>USDA\/Risk Management Agency, $250,000, 10\/10-9\/11<\/p>\n

Bresnahan, P.<\/strong>, Natural Resources & the Environment
\nConnectiucut Aquatic Nuisance Species Cooperative
\n<\/em>DOI\/U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service\/Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, $43,000, 9\/10-12\/11<\/p>\n

Burdette, S.<\/strong>, Chemistry
\nCollaborative Research: New Ratiometric Fluorescent Indicators for Copper
\n<\/em>NSF\/MPS, $120,000, 7\/10-6\/13<\/p>\n

Cabaniss, J.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCharter of R\/V CT by USGS for Sea Boss Buzzards Bay Cruise
\n<\/em>DOI\/US Geological Survey, $54,612, 9\/10-9\/10<\/p>\n

Cabaniss, J.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCharter of R\/V CT by UMaine for Buoy Deployment\/Recovery
\n<\/em>University of Maine, $24,272, 9\/10-11\/10<\/p>\n

Cabaniss, J.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCharter of R\/V CT by WHOI for Buoy Farm Recovery and Redeployment
\n<\/em>Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, $12,136, 10\/10-10\/10<\/p>\n

Cabaniss, J.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCharter of R\/V CT by Woods Hole Group for LIS ADCP Recovery
\n<\/em>DOC\/National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration\/Woods Hole Group Inc., $18,204, 8\/10-9\/10<\/p>\n

Capers, R.<\/strong>, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
\nA Workshop on Alpine Research in the Northeast United States
\n<\/em>NSF\/BIO, $19,601, 11\/10-12\/11<\/p>\n

Carstensen, F.<\/strong>, Economics
\nBioenergy Initiative for Connecticut
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $143,971, 6\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Coleman, C.<\/strong>, Pharmacy Practice
\nThe Impact of Pre-Transplant Red Blood Cell Transfusions in Renal Allograph Rejection
\n<\/em>PHS\/Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality, $181,803, 6\/10-3\/11<\/p>\n

Coyne, M.<\/strong>, Educational Psychology
\nEnglish Language Arts \u2013 Providence Curriculum Contract
\n<\/em>ED\/Department of Education\/Providence Public Schools, Providence, Rhode Island, $207,895, 7\/10-6\/11<\/p>\n

Cui, J.<\/strong>, Computer Science & Engineering
\nFifth ACM International Workshop on Underwater Networks (WUWNet’10) \u2013 Student Travel Awards
\n<\/em>NSF\/ENG, $20,000, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Cusson, R.<\/strong>, Nursing Instruction & Research
\nNursing
\n<\/em>PHS\/Health Resources & Services Administration\/UConn Health Center, $24,317, 9\/09-6\/10<\/p>\n

Cusson, R.<\/strong>, Nursing Instruction & Research
\nEquipment to Enhance Training for Health Professionals
\n<\/em>PHS\/HRSA\/Bureau of Health Professionals, $299,835, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Davidson, K.<\/strong>, School of Social Work, Office of Dean
\nSSW
\n<\/em>PHS\/Health Resources & Services Administration\/UConn Health Center, $24,636, 9\/09-6\/11<\/p>\n

Duffy, V.<\/strong>, Allied Health Sciences
\nNHANES Chemosensory Development and Implementation Protocol
\n<\/em>PHS\/National Institutes of Health\/Westat, $75,000, 7\/10-12\/10<\/p>\n

Fernandez, M.<\/strong>, Nutritional Sciences
\nEffects of Egg Intake on Reverse Cholesterol Transport and Insulin Resistance in Subjects Classified with Metabolic Syndrome
\n<\/em>American Egg Board, $127,315, 8\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Frisman, L.<\/strong>, School of Social Work Instruction & Research
\nMental Health & Addiction Services Research Development Initiative
\n<\/em>Connecticut Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, $318,294, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Gage, D.<\/strong>, Molecular & Cell Biology
\nSignal Transduction Networks Regulating Succinate-mediated Catabolite Repression and Energy Metabolism in Nitrogen Fixing Rhizobia
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $70,000, 7\/09-7\/11<\/p>\n

Gai, M.<\/strong>, Physics
\nStudies in Low Energy Nuclear Physics
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $541,000, 4\/10-4\/13<\/p>\n

Gao, P.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nStannate-Based Semiconductor Nanocomposites for Solar Engery Utilization
\n<\/em>United Technologies-Research Center, $50,000, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Gokirmak, A.<\/strong>, Electrical & Computer Engineering
\nCrystalization and Thermoelectric Transport in Silicon Nanostructures under Extreme Electrical Stress
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $512,000, 9\/10-7\/13<\/p>\n

Gould, P.<\/strong>, Physics
\nExperiments in Ultracold Collisions and Ultracold Molecules
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $41,909, 4\/10-3\/11<\/p>\n

Gray, S.<\/strong>, Extension
\nProvision of Nutrition Services to Families of Children with Phenylketonuria and Other Metabolic Disorders
\n<\/em>PHS\/HRSA\/Maternal & Child Health\/UConn Health Center, $31,617, 7\/10-6\/11<\/p>\n

Han, Y.<\/strong>, Mechanical Engineering
\nThe Availability Analysis Methodology for Competitive Assessments of GTE Applications
\n<\/em>United Technologies-Pratt & Whitney, $35,171, 8\/10-12\/10<\/p>\n

Henning, R.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nNational Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Department of Correction Communication Project
\n<\/em>PHS\/CDC\/National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health, $30,000, 8\/10-11\/11<\/p>\n

Hodgson, S.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nPsychology
\n<\/em>PHS\/Health Resources & Services Administration\/UConn Health Center, $42,039, 9\/09-6\/10<\/p>\n

Javanainen, J.<\/strong>, Physics
\nOptical Lattice Systems as a Laboratory for Quantum-Classical Crossover
\n<\/em>NSF\/MPS, $225,000, 9\/10-6\/13<\/p>\n

Johnson, B.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nExtending the Investment Model: Power and Attachment in Intimate Relationships
\n<\/em>PSI CHI \u2013 The International Honor Society in Psychology, $1,000, 8\/10-9\/11<\/p>\n

Johnson, B.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nGeospatial Factors in HIV Prevention Trial Outcomes
\n<\/em>PHS\/National Institutes of Health, $145,610, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Jordan, E.<\/strong>, Mechanical Engineering
\nNDE of Gas Turbine Thermal Barrier Coatings
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy\/Southwest Sciences Inc., $99,256, 8\/10-8\/12<\/p>\n

Kehle, T.<\/strong>, Educational Psychology
\nSchool Psychology Internship \u2013 MaryBeth Fafalla
\n<\/em>Waterford Public Schools, Waterford, Conn., $14,136, 8\/10-6\/11<\/p>\n

Legrand, A.<\/strong>, Plant Science & Landscape Architecture
\nCoordination and Implementation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Programs in Connecticut
\n<\/em>USDA\/National Institute of Food & Agriculture, $263,406, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Li, Y.<\/strong>, Plant Science & Landscape Architecture
\nBionenergy Initiative for Connecticut
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $388,042, 6\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Li, Y.<\/strong>, Plant Science & Landscape Architecture
\nReducing Root Suckering of Transgenic Poplar
\n<\/em>USDA\/National Institute of Food & Agriculture, $400,000, 9\/10-8\/14<\/p>\n

Luh, P.<\/strong>, Electrical & Computer Engineering
\nShort-Term Load Forecasting in the Era of Smart Grid
\n<\/em>Areva T&D Inc., $114,467, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Luh, P.<\/strong>, Electrical & Computer Engineering
\nPower Plant Boiler Modeling and Optimization Support
\n<\/em>Alstom Power Corp., $40,085, 8\/10-5\/11<\/p>\n

Meader, J.<\/strong>, Extension
\nImproving Small Ruminant Parasite Control in New England
\n<\/em>USDA\/Department of Agriculture\/University of Rhode Island, $14,829, 8\/10-6\/13<\/p>\n

Mustain, W.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nUnderstanding the Effects of Surface Chemistry and Microstructure on the Activity and Stability of Pt Electrocatalysts on Non-Carbon Supports
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $480,000, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Nishiyama, A.<\/strong>, Physiology & Neurobiology
\nRegulation of Glial Lineage by Olig2
\n<\/em>PHS\/NIH\/National Institute of Neurological Disorders & Stroke, $406,981, 9\/10-7\/12<\/p>\n

Parnas, R.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nBionenergy Initiative for Connecticut
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $418,420, 6\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Pattipati, K.<\/strong>, Electrical & Computer Engineering
\nDiagnosis and Prognosis of Automotive Chassis Systems
\n<\/em>NSF\/ENG, $349,995, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Peczuh, M.<\/strong>, Chemistry
\nDeterminants of Chiral Helicity in a Group of Novel Macrocycles: Elucidation and Utilization
\n<\/em>NSF\/MPS, $440,000, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Polifroni, E.<\/strong>, Nursing Instruction & Research
\nScholarships for Disadvantaged Students
\n<\/em>PHS\/HRSA\/Bureau of Health Professionals, $123,556, 7\/10-6\/11<\/p>\n

Pratto, F.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nDoctoral Dissertation Research: An Ecological Model of HIV\/AIDS Risk Behavior Among Ethnic Minority Populations
\n<\/em>NSF\/SBE, $12,199, 9\/10-8\/11<\/p>\n

Pratto, F.<\/strong>, Psychology
\nA Framework for Adversarial Social Networks
\n<\/em>DOD\/Department of Defense\/University of Texas at El Paso, $105,000, 8\/10-11\/12<\/p>\n

Rajasekaran, S.<\/strong>, Computer Science & Engineering
\nEfficient Algorithms for Motif Search
\n<\/em>PHS\/NIH\/National Library of Medicine, $1,505,429, 9\/10-9\/14<\/p>\n

Ramprasad, R.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nCollaborative Research: MOSFETs with Atomically Engineered Metal\/High-K Interfaces
\n<\/em>NSF\/ENG, $180,000, 9\/10-8\/13<\/p>\n

Schlichting, C.<\/strong>, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
\nCollaborative Research: Dimensions: Parallel Evolutionary Radiations in Protea and Pelargonium in the Greater Cape Floristic Region
\n<\/em>NSF\/BIO, $1,976,670, 1\/11-12\/15<\/p>\n

Singh, P.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nImproving Reliability and Durability of Efficient and Clean Energy Systems
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $2,500,000, 8\/10-7\/12<\/p>\n

Singh, P.<\/strong>, Chemical, Materials & Biomolecular Engineering
\nEvaluation of Degradation Processes in Solid Oxide Electrolysis
\n<\/em>ConocoPhillips Co., $600,000, 10\/10-9\/11<\/p>\n

Skoog, A.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nA New Method for Rapid and High Sensitivity Determinations of Low-molecular-weight Organic Acids in Seawater
\n<\/em>NSF\/GEO, $354,375, 10\/10-9\/12<\/p>\n

Sosis, R.<\/strong>, Anthropology
\nDoctoral Dissertation Research Grant: Ritual Feasting and Redistribution in Fiji: Empirical Tests of Evolutionary Hypotheses
\n<\/em>NSF\/SBE, $18,759, 9\/10-2\/12<\/p>\n

Strausbaugh, L.<\/strong>, Molecular & Cell Biology
\nThe Oral Microbiome during Cancer Chemotherapy and Its Role in Oral Mucositis
\n<\/em>PHS\/NIH\/National Center for Research Resources\/UConn Health Center, $12,640, 8\/10-3\/11<\/p>\n

Suib, S.<\/strong>, Chemistry
\nWaste to Energy: Biogas Cleanup (Desulfurization) for Energy Generation
\n<\/em>Fuelcell Energy Inc., $50,000, 9\/10-9\/11<\/p>\n

Suib, S.<\/strong>, Chemistry
\nBioEnergy Initiative for Connecticut
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $1,500,000, 6\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Tobias, C.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCollaborative Research: Anammox in a Shallow Coastal Aquifer \u2013 Combining in situ Stable Isotope and Molecular Approaches to Examine Controls on Rates and Communities
\n<\/em>NSF\/GEO, $432,489, 10\/10-9\/13<\/p>\n

Tobias, C.<\/strong>, Marine Sciences
\nCollaborative Research: Impact of Sea Level Rise on Sedimentary Nitrogen Removal Processes in Tidal Freshwater Ecosystem
\n<\/em>NSF\/BIO, $314,512, 10\/10-9\/13<\/p>\n

Valiquette, E.<\/strong>, Extension
\n4-H Afterschool
\n<\/em>National 4-H Council\/J.C. Penney Afterschool Fund Inc., $27,720, 8\/10-6\/11<\/p>\n

White, C.<\/strong>, Pharmacy Practice
\nEPC Program Fall Meeting Planning Contract
\n<\/em>PHS\/Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality, $60,000, 7\/10-11\/10<\/p>\n

Worthley, T.<\/strong>, Extension
\n2010 FRPP Forest Management Plans
\n<\/em>USDA\/Natural Resources Conservation Service, $12,217, 9\/10-9\/11<\/p>\n

Yang, X.<\/strong>, Natural Resources & the Environment
\nBioenergy Initiative for Connecticut
\n<\/em>DOE\/Department of Energy, $108,880, 6\/10-6\/12<\/p>\n

Yarish, C.<\/strong>, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
\nDevelopment of Native Kelp Culture System Technologies to Support Sea Vegetable Aquaculture in New England Coastal Waters
\n<\/em>DOC\/National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration\/Ocean Approved LLC, $31,660, 7\/10-1\/11<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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