The National Science Foundation awarded a $260,334 Project Grant under the Geosciences (CFDA 47.050) program to the University of South Florida (USF) to acquire a Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Imaging Microscope. This state-of-the-art instrument will enable USF researchers to conduct rapid, non-destructive chemical analyses of a variety of materials, including volcanic glasses and microplastics. The new FTIR Imaging Microscope will support studies on the distribution of volatiles in mantle sources, the origin and evolution of volatiles in volcanic materials, and the analysis of environmental microplastics in the Tampa Bay region. The award also includes funding for undergraduate student travel to professional conferences. This Project Grant, with a period of performance from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2026, reflects the NSF's mission to advance fundamental scientific knowledge and broader societal impacts.
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