September 28, 2013

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Montana NSF EPSCoR Appoints New Project Director

Ragan Callaway named director of Montana’s NSF EPSCoR Track I program.

New Faculty Hires

Meet the newest EPSCoR-supported faculty members at Montana State University, the University of Montana, and tribal colleges.

• Ashley Ballantyne
• Katrina Mullan
• Jia Hu
• Craig Carr
• Jean Dixon
• Michelle Flenniken
• Julia Haggerty
• Jamie McEvoy
• Jonah Morsette
• Rob Payn
• Brett Runnion
• Carl Yeoman

Researchers Connect with Stakeholders at IoE Summit

Scientists, students, and practitioners gather to strengthen collaboration and address climate-related challenges in Montana.

Soil Microbes Offer Clues to Greenhouse Gas Fluctuations

Researchers investigate methane-cycling microbes and their role in ecosystem carbon dynamics.

River Complexity Study Addresses Effects of Floodplain Simplification

Examining how changes to river floodplains affect ecological processes and restoration success.

Rough Cut Seminars Get Scientists Talking

A seminar series promoting interdisciplinary discussion, collaboration, and emerging research ideas.

spectrUM Discovery Area Downtown Opens

Missoula community celebrates the opening of a new hands-on science museum and learning center.

Climate In My Backyard Summer Camp

Middle school students explore climate science, ecosystems, and environmental research through hands-on activities.

Meet Your Ecosystem

MSU freshmen explore the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem through the Mountains and Minds program.

Interdisciplinary Collaborative Network Helps Researchers Collaborate

A statewide initiative promotes connections among researchers working across disciplines and institutions.

Accelerated Math Program Preps Native American Students for College Calculus

A summer program helps tribal college and high school students strengthen mathematics skills and prepare for STEM degrees.