This National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award provides $519,052 to the University of Texas at Austin to conduct research on using real-time control of hydraulic infrastructure like dams to reduce nutrient pollution in river networks. The project aims to develop computational models, estimation methods, and control strategies to mitigate the impacts of nutrient pollution and algal blooms in watersheds, effectively treating them like water treatment plants. The research will be validated through lab-scale testing and real-world case studies. The project also includes an educational component to develop a computer simulation game that teaches students about eutrophication and ways to prevent it. This work falls under the NSF's Engineering (CFDA 47.041) program, which funds fundamental engineering research and development to advance knowledge and capabilities across various disciplines.
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