Description The Mississippi River Delta Transition Initiative (MissDelta) is a long-term project of the Gulf Research Program (GRP) that aims to advance the science and understanding of the future physical changes in the Mississippi River Delta under conditions of climate change and other factors (e.g., river management) and apply those results to inform those responsible for managing the region.
The Mississippi Delta is a landscape with investments and research from a range of actors, and this initiative aims to fill research gaps through...
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Estimated Total Program Funding $22,000,000
Eligible Applicants - Academic Institution - Government Additional Eligibility Information The GRP is inviting a joint application from Louisiana State University and Tulane University to lead the development of an integrated research consortium.
Funding Type other Categories of Funding Activity - Environment and Environmental Studies - Policy for Science and Technology
Grantor Contact Information Michael Feldman
Telephone: (202) 334-1493 Grantor Email mfeldman@nas.edu Other Grantor Information The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective advice to inform policy with evidence, spark progress and innovation, and confront challenging issues for the benefit of society. They are comprised of three academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Medicine. The organization convenes hundreds of conferences, workshops, and symposia annually, bringing together leading experts from academia, public, and private sectors. Their work focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based consensus on complex scientific, engineering, and health-related challenges. They produce peer-reviewed reports, publish scientific journals, and serve as a trusted source of expert advice for policymaking. The National Academies mobilize approximately 6,000 top experts each year who volunteer their time and knowledge to conduct policy studies, workshops, and other activities aimed at addressing critical issues facing the nation and world.
Additional Information The initiative focuses on future projections, management evaluation, workforce diversity, and socioeconomic resilience in the Mississippi River Delta. It aims to project future evolution, evaluate management strategies, broaden research diversity, and assess socioeconomic resilience in the region.
Additional URLs: Supporting Link https://www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/mississippi-river-delta-transition-initiative