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	Agricultural
		Manuel R. Reyes (PI). Agroforestry and Sustainable Vegetable Production in Southeast Asian Watersheds. USAID-VT-SANREM-CRSP. Long term research project. January 2006 to September 2009. $1,200,000. Manuel R. Reyes (PI). Establishment of Vibrant Partnerships Between A&T and Southeast Asian Universities. Futures-Venture Fund, North Carolina A&T State University. May 2006 to April 2007. $15,000. Manuel R. Reyes (PI). Evaluating the Performance of the SWAT Model in the Upper Haw River. USDA-Evans-Allen Program. (about $260,000). October 2003 to September 2007. Manuel R. Reyes (Co-PI). Water resource management. U.S.-India Agricultural Knowledge Initiative Program. October 2006 to September 2008 (about $70,000) Manuel R. Reyes (Co-PI). Advanced sensor network applications for environmental monitoring systems. National Science Foundation. September 2005 to August 2008. (about $500,000) Manuel R. Reyes (Co-PI). Student support initiatives: To increase enrollment and enhance technical expertise of graduates in agricultural and Biosystems engineering that will impact USDA-NRCS. 2000-2007. (about $480,000). Y., Li, (PI), Shahbazi, A. Production of fuel ethanol from pulpy waste of pineapple. NC A&T SU, Division of Research Biotech Funds, 1/1/2007-12/31/2007. Shahbazi, A., Y. Li (co-PI). Multidisciplinary, multi-campus, internet- based course development: bioprocess engineering. USDA CSREES, Capacity Building, 10/1/2005-9/30/2008. Shahbazi, A., Y. Li (co-PI), S. A. Ibrahim, V. Shirley, C. Niedziela. Biological conversion of biomass to fuels and chemicals. USDA-CSREES- Evans-Allen, 10/1/2005-9/30/2008. Shahbazi, A., Y. Li (co-PI), S. Ibranhim, J. Lou, and J. Willett. Production and characterization of low-cost biodegradable polylactic acid using cheese whey. USDA Capacity Building, 10/1/2004-9/30/2007. Shahbazi, A., Y. Li (co-PI), Roberts, K. Power management and distribution using PV technology. National Renewable Energy Laboratories. 6/1/2004-5/30/2007. Shahbazi, A., Y. Li (co-PI). Composting of pelletized wood used as bedding material in Swine Production. USDA-CSRS- Evans-Allen, 10/1/2004-9/30/2007.
	Environmental
		Project Title: Waste Stream Life-cycle Sequencing Model Funding Agency: Lockheed Martin Energy Systems, Inc. Description of Project: The objectives of this project are 1) to develop cost for treatment alternatives, and 2) to develop multiobjective criteria for the evaluation of each treatment process. Project Title: Pollution Prevention Opportunity Assessment for Radioactive Soli/Asphalt Funding Agency: Martin Marietta Energy Systems, Inc., Description of Project: The main objective of the project was to review current waste management practices dealing with low level radioactive soils and asphalts. The review was to determine the effectiveness of current and future pollution prevention actions. Project Title: An Assessment of Economies of Scale in the Development of Waste Management Systems Funding Agency: Oak Ridge National Laboratory Description of Project: The objective of this project is to analyze the unit cost data for evidence of economies of scale in various waste treatment management systems. Project Title: The Communication Model and Environmental Justice Funding Agency: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4 Description of Project: The objectives of this project is to develop a communication model for communities in dealing with environmental justice problems. Project Title: Protocols for Rating the Capacity of Activated Sludge Plants Funding Agency: Water Environment Research Foundation, Joint project with the University of Tennessee Description of Project: The objective of this project is to use Monte Carlo simulation analysis and risk assessment tools for ammonia concentrations in wastewater effluent disposal. Project Title: Protocols for Rating the Capacity of Activated Sludge Plants Funding Agency: Water Environment Research Foundation, Joint project with the University of Tennessee Description of Project: The objective of this project is to use Monte Carlo simulation analysis and risk assessment tools for ammonia concentrations in wastewater effluent disposal. Project Title: Life Cycle Cost and Multiobjective Evaluation of Low Level Mixed Waste Management Alternatives Funding Agency: HBCU/MI Environmental Technology Consortium Description of Project: The objective of this project is to propose various low level mixed waste treatment and management alternatives. These alternatives are then evaluated based on the life cycle cost and other environmental criteria. Project Title: Membrane Treatment of Secondary Effluent for Subsequent Use, Phase I Funding Agency: UNC Water Resources Research Institute, subcontract from UNC Chapel Hill Description of Project: The objective of this project is to review the current legislation and use of recycled water in the United States. Project Title: Membrane Treatment of Secondary Effluent for Subsequent Use, Phase II Funding Agency: Water Environment Research Foundation, subcontract from Camp, Dresser and McKee Description of Project: The objective of this project is to assist in the operation of a pilot membrane treatment unit at Greensboro Wastewater Treatment Plant. Project Title: Recycling Climate and Markets for the Sandhills region in North Carolina Funding Agency: USACERL Description of Project: The objective of this project is to evaluate the recycling activities in the Sandhills region in North Carolina and propose regional recycling facilities for the region. Project Title: DOE Samuel Massie Chair of Excellence in Environmental Engineering Funding Agency: Department of Energy Description of Project: The objective of this project is to develop a high quality research program of interest to National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The past research focus areas include: hazardous and radioactive waste treatment and disposal and fate and transport of hazardous chemicals in the environment. The new research focus is in the improvement of accuracy for radioactive contaminant transport models by ensemble based data assimilation Evaluating a method to measure toxicity of nanomaterials in Environmental Systems Respirometric toxicity of contaminants and remediated contaminants in aqueous and soil systems Recycle and reuse of gray water for developing countries Chemical Oxidation of Contaminants in Aqueous and Soil Systems Engineering Education: Evaluating the use of Problem-based learning in Laboratory Courses
	Structures
		Student Research Associate Program, DTRA August 23, 2005 to August 22, 2008 Innovative Research Initiatives, DTRA3/1/2007 to 2/28/2010 Performance-Based Design of New Masonry Structures NSF, 10/1/2006 to 9/30/09 Characterization of High-Performance and High-Strength Fiber Reinforced Concrete Armor in Materials, ERDC 5/15/07 to 5/14/2010 Progressive collapse of steel structure based on moment resistance of rigid and semi rigid connections. Progressive Collapse of Structures, Defense Threat Reduction Agency $142,000/3 years, June 2004 to May 2007. Evaluation of Acceptance Strength Tests for Concrete Pavements.” NCDOT Research Project 2004-06.
	Water Resources and GIS
		Geodetic Height Modernization Applications in Geomatics & Water Resources Systems A Student Internship Program to Support GIS Research and Education Interdisciplinary Scientific Environmental Technology (ISET) Cooperative Research & Education Center Geodetic Height Modernization (Phase I) Integration of GPS and GIS for the Enhancement of Bioenvironmental Engineering and Other Related Areas Geodetic Height Modernization (2003) Education and Research: Program Expansion A Student Internship Program to Support GIS Research and Education Geodetic Height Modernization (2004): Expanded Research Geodetic Height Modernization (2005): Geospatical Systems Research Troubleshooting of an industrial wastewater treatment plant treating high strength ionic polymers in Arkansas. Project includes evaluation of a full-scale membrane bio-reactor and determination of proper micro-nutrient levels.
	Building Sustainability
		Project Title: Educational Materials for Building Professionals Description of Project: This project deals with the protection of buildings against chemical and biological agents’ attack. The tasks are: Prepare the educational and training material for the building professionals like architects, consulting engineers, real estate owners and managers, contractors, builders, and facility managers. Hold workshops, seminars at the local, regional, and national level. Publish papers at the local, regional, and national level. Project Title: Center for Energy Research and Technology Description of Project: This project deals with the testing and R & D with enhancing the energy efficiency of manufactured housing and low income housing. Hold workshops on the subject of ‘Industrial Energy conservation’ and hold workshops for K-12 school children on energy efficiency and renewable energy. Project Title: Upgrade and Save Description of Project: This project encourages the potential buyers of ‘Manufactured Housing Units’ to install heat pumps with at least SEER 13 rather use air conditioner and electric resistant heat. The incremental additional cost is paid through this project so that the buyer has not to pay for this. The purpose is to achieve the utility cost during winter season. Project Title: Industrial assessment Center Description of Project: Take three students for two industrial visits. Students spend full day visit and write the energy assessment report for those facilities.
	Transportation
		Evaluation and Analysis of Container Dwell Time on Marine Terminals’ Throughput and Rehandling Productivity Preventing and Mitigating Impact of Attacks at Ports National Nuclear Security Administration Fleet Study Disaster Management - Transportation and Evacuation for Coastal Areas Drivers’ response to real-time traffic information using high fidelity driving simulator