The National Science Foundation awarded a $501,183 project grant to Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University from September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2024 under the Geosciences program (CFDA 47.050). The university will acquire a chemical ionization mass spectrometer to measure organic compounds at interfaces between Earth's systems. The mass spectrometer will allow researchers to strengthen understanding of the integrated Earth system by expanding knowledge of atmospheric, earth, and ocean sciences, as aimed for by the Geosciences program. Located in Blacksburg, Virginia, the university will utilize the new equipment to advance basic research on the interaction of organic materials across Earth's interconnected domains.
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