The National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Earth Sciences has awarded a $448,915 Project Grant to the University of California, Davis (UC Davis) for the period of October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026. The grant is funded under the NSF Geosciences program (CFDA 47.050), which supports basic research to expand fundamental knowledge and understanding of the integrated Earth system.
The primary objective of this project is to develop new analytical and imaging tools to provide spatially and temporally resolved quantification of the rates and mechanisms of biogeochemical reactions in metal-microbe-mineral systems. This will involve leveraging techniques such as bioreporter gene fusions, optode sensor films, and X-ray fluorescence to visualize and measure chemical transformations occurring at the cellular level. The project aims to deepen the understanding of geosymbiotic interactions in environmental systems and provide science-based solutions for environmental and technological challenges. Additionally, the PI will utilize the project to develop new educational products, including a laboratory-based "Microfluidics Labs" course, and enhance research infrastructure through the addition of advanced microscopy capabilities.
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