• Mohan B. Dangi (Geography and City and Regional Planning) was quoted about Nepal's first global conference that will include air pollution and climate change, solid waste management and Sustainable Development.

• Faculty spotlight on Ulrike Muller (Biology): “My research is what’s called basic science, yet my fish work has been foundational for my discipline and has spawned many follow-up projects, including applications such as building better fish ladders.”

• Nupur Hajela (Physical Therapy) presented her research on telerehabilitation to undergraduate and postgraduate students at Sri Devraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research in Kolar, India. 

• Jennifer Randles (Sociology) was quoted about the Congress funded program that offers vocational training for low income fathers of color on fathering and relationship skills.

• Faculty spotlight on Joel Slade (Biology): The research (in the Biology department) is incredibly diverse, such as, but not limited to, research on science teaching, cancer biology, cell biology, climate change biology, plant genetics, and avian ecological immunology and evolutionary ecology.”

The Claude C. Laval III Award for Commercialization of Research, Innovation and Creativity supports Fresno State students and faculty whose scholarly activities are focused on commercialization of intellectual property, innovation and creativity. The award is not intended to support basic research or the early stages of innovative idea generation. Applications are invited from full-time faculty and students at Fresno State who have an interest in pursuing the next steps towards technology transfer, commercialization and entrepreneurship. Apply via InfoReady by May 1.

• Brandon T. Taylor (Recreation Administration) received the President's Award at this month’s California Park and Recreation Society's Connections Conference opening session for his work around JEDI/DEI within the Calif. Park and Recreation Society.

• STEM-NET is offering $2,500 to undergraduate students majoring in a STEM discipline currently conducting research with a faculty member. The student must be a first-generation college student or a Pell grant recipient. The deadline for submission of applications is Mon., May 15. Questions: Dr. Frank A. Gomez at fgomez@calstate.edu.

• Daniel Cady (History) was quoted on his doctoral dissertation “Southern California: White Southern Migrants in Greater Los Angeles, 1920-1930,” and some key points in Huntington Beach’s story.

• Ofelia Gamez (CAMP) provided a video overview of the recent California CAMP Student Leadership Conference, which was recently hosted by Fresno State.

• This Month in The Normal School: The Normal School magazine provides professional experience in literary publishing for students in the MFA program at Fresno State. 

We're excited to announce the addition of three new team members to the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs: Amanda Oakley (Pre-Award Coordinator), Sarah Chaffins (Administrative Support Coordinator) and Blake Greenwood (Grants and Research Administrator). Please join us in welcoming all three to the RSP team! More information about our newest team members is available on our website.

• Kalyani Maitra (Chemistry and Biochemistry), along with her undergraduate biology student Naomi Garcia (pictured), received a SoCalGas STEM-NET Student Research Fellowship Award. Naomi will be presenting her research on Thurs., April 27, at noon. Click here to access the virtual event.

• The Telehealth Taskforce at the College of Health and Human Services is excited to host the Central Valley Telehealth Symposium at the University Business Center on Tues., May 9, from 5-7 p.m. Event participants will explore the scope for innovation, research and collaboration to help break the barriers to healthcare access. RSVP online.

• ORCID Workshop for Researchers: Getting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding, publishing, and research reporting workflows. Thurs., May 11 at 11 a.m. Register online.

• CSU NSF CAREER Seminar Series: This seminar series provides both general and individualized information to strengthen your proposal before submission. Register online. Live Webcast: Thurs., May 11 from noon-1:30 p.m.

Please don't hesitate to contact the grants administrator for your college/unit as you explore potential funding opportunities. Also, be sure to share with us important news or updates on your research, scholarly, or creative activities. Include NEWSLETTER in the subject line and send details to orsp@csufresno.edu.



This newsletter is compiled and published by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. Part of the Division of Research and Graduate Studies, RSP helps faculty and staff apply for and secure external grant funds.