Zhange Feng (Chemistry and Biochemistry) has been awarded $2.1 M from the Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management to develop a comprehensive training system to prepare a large number of collegiate students as an emerging workforce for soil and groundwater remediation. It includes an enhanced curriculum through hands-on training on state-of-the-art analytical instruments, the development of high-quality courses, and rigorous research training in environmental remediation. The Minority-Serving Institutions Partnership Program (MSIPP) enables collaboration with DOE facilities in training and educational activities, including Argonne National Laboratory, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, and Nevada National Security Site. Successful completion of the project, "A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Education and Workforce Development for Soil and Groundwater Remediation," will foster a sustainable and diverse workforce pipeline for environmental management, and boost environmental protection and economic development in Southern Nevada.
