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Awardees of The Environmental Collaboratory’s Inaugural Research Grant

Academy of Natural Sciences

With support from the Office of Research & Innovation, the College of Engineering and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, seven projects were awarded with over $130,000 in total funding. Congratulations to the following awardees! Environmental Protection Agency.

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Bike to Work!

Academy of Natural Sciences

There are many human-made sources of emissions, and on-road motor vehicles, such as cars, are a huge driving factor in air pollution. And according to the American Lung Association, toxic and hazardous air pollutants are suspected to cause cancer, birth defects and impaired lung function, as well as many other negative health effects.

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The Heat of the Moment

Academy of Natural Sciences

Community scientists will map heat and air quality across the city by driving one-hour routes in the morning, afternoon and evening with heat and air quality sensors mounted to their cars. The sensors will produce detailed heat and air pollution maps that will be shared publicly to catalyze equitable solutions to these issues.

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Eat for the Planet!

Academy of Natural Sciences

Note: Nearly one-third of food produced in the world goes to waste, contributing to land, water and air pollution. Freeze leftovers and excess fresh fruits and vegetables before they go bad. Top image: Rambutan fruit is native to Southeast Asia and is rich in many vitamins and minerals.

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1

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For the Oranges of Sargodha District: Pakistan, Podcasts and Environmental Policy Work with Living on Earth

Academy of Natural Sciences

With my colleagues from Living on Earth Through the Academy of Natural Sciences, I found my first co-op with the nationally syndicated public radio show Living on Earth. Currently, I am a double major in global studies and environmental studies with a French minor.

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City Residents Help the Academy Map Urban Hotspots  

Academy of Natural Sciences

His “parents” were among 50 community scientists helping with the Philadelphia Urban Heat Mapping Campaign , a study in which the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University collaborated with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. He didn’t help much with navigation — he is a dog, after all.