The National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Engineering (CFDA #47.041) awarded a $199,977 Project Grant to the University of Missouri System to research and develop a decision-support system for integrating drone technology into rural healthcare supply chains. This 2-year award, effective May 1, 2024, aims to address the challenges of delivering essential medical supplies to remote areas, which are hindered by limited infrastructure, vast distances, and harsh weather conditions. The project will develop mathematical models and optimization algorithms to enable robust and reliable drone-based logistics networks, considering uncertainties in drone performance and environmental factors. This research initiative seeks to enhance healthcare access in rural communities, advance the state-of-the-art in healthcare logistics, and support national efforts for equitable and efficient healthcare delivery. No sub-awards are planned under this grant.
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