RESEARCH AND SPONSORED PROGRAMS | OCTOBER 2022 | |
THE POWER OF STORYTELLING | |
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The numbers are compelling: Fresno State faculty/staff recorded 418 awards for a total of $54.7 million during the 2021-22 academic year, a 13.4% increase over the previous year. That’s bound to catch anyone’s attention.
Of course, numbers don’t tell the whole story. For that, we’re fortunate to have the talented team in University Communications to help share the stories behind the awards. Among the recent highlights:
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Alex Liu, Amith Belman and Matin Pirouz Nia (Computer Science) received a five-year, $1,498,677 grant from the National Science Foundation for their project, "Undergraduate Scholar Education and Research (USHER), which will support $10,000 in annual scholarships to 28 full-time Bulldogs.
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The California Department of Health Care Access and Information funded 20 organizations that support and encourage underrepresented students to pursue healthcare careers. Fresno State will receive $2.9 million over five years through the Health Professions Pathways Program.
Looking ahead, we’re eager to share more stories as our faculty/staff continue their upward trajectory. As President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval noted in last month’s investiture ceremony, innovation and entrepreneurship will be key components of the University’s next strategic plan. “The importance of research, recently highlighted by our R2 classification, will be paramount," he said. We look forward to continuing to help shape that story with you all in the years ahead.
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OCTOBER 2022 MONTHLY AWARD REPORT | | |
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Alexandria Hansen (Biology) received a five-year National Science Foundation grant in collaboration with Myung Shin (Liberal Arts). The grant was a collaborative effort between Fresno State and three other CSUs (San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Long Beach). All campuses are creating or expanding an afterschool program focused on STEM, called Mobile Making. | | |
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Shabnam Pooya and Lisa Herzig (Nutrition) and Srinivasa Konduru and Serhat Asci (Ag Business) received a three-year, $499,723 grant from the USDA for their project, "The effect of Comprehensive Nutrition Intervention with emphasis on fresh fruit and vegetable consumption on reducing food insecurity and diet-related chronic disease at Fresno State."
Charles Hillyer (CWI), Athanasios Ari Panagopoulos (Computer Science) and Shawn Ashkan (CIT) received ARI funding ($49,951) to help growers control their irrigation systems more effectively.
Amber Crowell and Janine Nkosi (Sociology) received a $30,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (via SFSU) for their Fresno State Eviction Intervention Program Evaluation Study.
Fayzul Pasha (Civil and Geomatics Engineering) received a three-year, $350,000 grant from the County of Fresno to provide interns for the County's Public Works and Planning Department.
Jeff Crane (Counselor Education and Rehabilitation) received a $112,596 grant from the California Department of Health and Human Services (California Department of Health Care Services) for the Fresno Family Counseling Center's Mentored Internship Program.
The Central Valley Health Policy Institute received second-year funding ($49,910) from the County of Fresno's Department of Public Health for their project, "Fresno County Health Literacy Evaluation - Advancing Health Literacy to Enhance Equitable Community Responses to COVID-19."
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UPCOMING FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES | |
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Mark Baldis (Kinesiology) was profiled after receiving the 2022 Provost’s Award for Outstanding Lecturer: “Year after year, Dr. Baldis continues to set the standard for what an outstanding lecturer is and what all faculty should strive to be."
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Faculty spotlight - Brooke Findley (Communicative Sciences and Deaf Studies): “Supporting students as they transfer content learned in the classroom into practice is a truly rewarding experience.
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Phillip Gonzales (Chicano and Latino American Studies) recently spoke at Cabrillo College about the significance of Chicano murals during Hispanic Serving Institution Week (HSI).
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Edward Vieira III (Political Science) published his first solo-authored article in the most recent issue of The Latin Americanist. The article looks at Mexico's transition from a strict economic policy of import substitution industrialization (ISI) to one of trade liberalization.
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Nicole Smith (Kinesiology) was featured in the Heart Zones newsletter, which chronicled her rise in the physical education field to becoming a professor and coach.
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CLAUDE C. LAVAL JR. AWARD FOR INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH | |
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In 1984, Fresno State established an award in honor of Mr. Claude C. Laval Jr., a long-time resident of Fresno and a productive inventor. This award has supported the development of innovative technology and related research at the university. Applications will be accepted through Oct. 20 from full-time faculty and students from all academic disciplines for this year’s award.
And mark your calendar: The 2022 award recipient, Hubert Cecotti (Computer Science), will be presenting on Thurs., Nov. 17, in Library 2206 from 2-3 p.m.
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Fresno State’s California Water Institute is now accepting abstracts for the Fall 2022 CWI Water Research Summit, to be held virtually on Thursday, Oct. 20 (Imagine a Day Without Water Day), from 9-11 a.m.
The event will feature water-related research, studies, education, activities, and more in a 7-minute lightning talks style. All faculty, staff, students and community members are invited to attend by registering online. For more information, contact Cailie Smith at cwi@mail.fresnostate.edu.
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Learn more about Pivot-RP and ORCID at our next virtual workshop on Weds., Nov. 9, from 10-11 a.m. Pre-register online.
Pivot is a searchable database of external opportunities featuring approximately $50 billion of available funding from federal, non-federal, and international sponsors in all disciplines. ORCID provides a persistent digital identifier (an ORCID iD) that you own and control, and that distinguishes you from every other researcher. You can connect your iD with your professional information — affiliations, grants, publications, peer review, and more.
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Federal Grant Writing Workshop: Hosted in partnership with the Fresno State Office of Community & Economic Development (OCED), California Forward, Central Valley Community Foundation and USDA Office of Partnerships & Public Engagement. Tues., Oct. 18, 10-11 a.m. Register online.
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CSU Local Ecological Knowledge Webcast: The Local Ecological Knowledge (LEK) initiative is building a critical mass of diverse stakeholders who are invested in resilience in our communities and will co-develop opportunities to support existing and new projects in and around CSU campuses. Thurs., Oct. 20, 10–11:30 a.m. Register online.
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ORCID Workshop for Researchers: Live webinar on Tues., Oct. 25, from 10-11 a.m. Become more familiar with ORCID and discover the benefits of setting up your account. Register online.
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NIH Grant Writing Webinar Series: Learn considerations for determining research ideas, selecting opportunities to apply for, effectively writing your grant application and seeking appropriate feedback. Webinars will be held Sept. 26 and Nov. 1. Register online.
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NSF Virtual Grants Conference (Nov. 14-17): Designed to provide key insights into a wide range of current issues at NSF. Program officers will provide up-to-date information about specific funding opportunities and answer attendee questions.
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Olga Nuñez (Educational Talent Search) recently presented at the Council for Opportunity in Education’s annual conference in San Diego. The conference brings together professionals from across the nation to discuss trends in college access and retention.
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The “40 Under 40” reception recognizes outstanding business professionals in the private and public sectors of Central California who have yet to reach the age of 40. This year's group includes several Fresno State faculty and staff:
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Dr. Luca Brillante, assistant professor of viticulture and Bronco Wine Company Viticulture Chair
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Dr. Amber Crowell, associate professor of sociology
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Lauren Nickerson, associate vice president, University Communications
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Taylan Parker, special projects coordinator, Jan and Bud Richter Center for Community Engagement and Service-Learning
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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.
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