The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $176,639 Project Grant under the Geosciences Program (CFDA 47.050) to the University of New Mexico (UNM) Office of Sponsored Projects Division. The funding will be used to acquire a laser diffraction particle size analyzer instrument to support Earth science research and education at UNM. This state-of-the-art tool will enable high-precision measurement of particle size and shape across a wide range of scales, catalyzing interdisciplinary research in areas such as geomorphology, carbon cycling, paleoclimatology, and geohealth. The project includes an undergraduate research component focused on assessing airborne particles from an abandoned uranium mine to address environmental health risks in the nearby Laguna Pueblo community. This instrument acquisition will complement UNM's existing research capabilities, facilitate collaborations, and provide hands-on analytical training for students.
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