£EPA
United States
Environmental Protection
Agency
Communications And
Public Affairs
(A-107)
21K-1012
September 1991
Network For
Environmental Management
Studies (NNEMS) Program
1992 Topic Catalog
Printed on Recycled Paper
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National Network for
Environmental Management Studies
WHAT: An Environmental Protection Agency program designed to obtain
high-quality studies on the Agency's priority environmental and program
management issues.
WHY: To supplement the Agency's in-house policy and management
analysis and to create a catalyst for increased public awareness and
involvement in environmental issues.
HOW: EPA headquarters and regional program offices develop a list of their priority
policy and program management issues. The list is offered to the NNEMS
network of universities with programs in environmental policy, resources
management, public administration and related fields. Students from these
universities may the submit a written, one-page proposal to the EPA office
sponsoring the topic. Upon reaching agreement on study details, the
sponsoring office provides the student it selects a fellowship or paid internship
in exchange for the final written study or report
WHEN: Topic Development August - Sept 30,1991
Catalog Production and Distribution Sept 12 - October IS, 1991
Funding Package Initiation . Oct. 1991
Student Review Nov. 1 - Dec. 14,1991
Sponsor/Student Negotiation Nov. 1 - Feb. 28,1992
Grants Process Initiation March 1 - March 20,1992
Study Initiation June, 1992
WHO: For more information contact: NNEMS STAFF
(Ginger Wandless)
OEE (A107)
U.S. EPA
401 M. St SW
Washington D.C. 20460
, (202) 260-5960
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AWEAfS
Program Structur
Goals
• Create a catalyst for increased public awareness and involvement in national and regional
environmental policy development and program management
Provide experience, learning opportunities, professional guidance and encouragement to
individuals pursuing careers in environmental protection fields.
Objectives
• Develop a network and system for conducting priority environmental studies through graduate
thesis and doctoral research.
Disseminate the research to a national audience of public and private professionals and organizations
in the environmental management fields.
Benefits
SEPA
Acquire real world experience.
Receive paid internship/fellowship.
Potential placement with the Agency.
- Involves faculty in nationally
significant research.
- -Expands the faculty's professional network.
• Supplements financial assistance
available to prospective students.
Completes priority research projects.
Identifies high quality Agency recruits
Increases public awareness of envi-
ronmental problems.
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NNEMS ^ Topic Selection &Negotiation
GENERAL
Graduate students from any University participating in the NNEMS program are invited to submit written research proposals
to EPA on the topics/projects contained in this catalog. The catalog is available for review in the departments listed under
NNEMS University Network FY 1992.
• A graduate student from any department within the University is eligible to apply.
• A graduate student must have completed at least one semester of graduate work to be eligible for a NNEMS grant.
• To receive a grant from the EPA, the Federal Government requires that the graduate student be either a United
States citizen or a citizen from a country which has a defense treaty or has mutual defense ties with the United
Slates. (For example, a student from Taiwan would be eligible for a grant, but a student from mainland China
would not)
• Funding for the NNEMS FY '92 program is flexible. Grants may vary from $4500 to $6500 or more for a project.
Funding levels are set by the topic sponsor.
PROPOSAL PROCESS
There is no limit to the number of proposals that a student may submit for consideration. If more than one proposal is
submitted, indicate the order of preference that the proposal is to be reviewed/selected.
• Proposals should adhere to the format contained in the appendix of this catalog and should be accompanied by an
unofficial graduate transcript.
• Students competing for funded topics must also submit a completed and signedSF-171. The blank SF-171 form
contained in the appendix of this catalog may be photocopied and used for this purpose.
• Written proposals on topics contained in this catalog will be accepted for consideration through DECEMBER 20,
1991. PROPOSALS RECEIVED AFTER DECEMBER 20,1991 WELL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
NEGOTIATION
Proposals received by DECEMBER 20,1991 will be transmitted to the respective project sponsors for consideration. Upon
review, EPA sponsors will contact the students of interest by phone to negotiate project details. Note that not all students will
be called, but only thoM whose proposals are of interest to the sponsor.
• Negotiations will be completed by the topic sponsor no later than February 1,1992.
• Student who have not been selected for a FY 1992 NNEMS grant will be notified by the NNEMS staff, by letter, to
the permanent address listed, no later than March 1,1992.
• For further information contact the NNEMS coordinator at the University or call the NNEMS staff during regular
business hours at (202)260-4961
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NNEMS malls grant
applications to students who
complete and send back to NNEMS
(within 2 weeks)
NNEMS Grant Process
(Approximately 13 weeks)
MEMO
Sponsoring office sends NNEMS
the commitment notice and
decision memos
GAD processes applcatlons
(25 days)
dftVO makes awaids and mails to
felows 5 days later
(25 days)
Fellows accept and return
agreements and Activation Notices
(24 days)
GAD sends proposed activation
notice to Financial Management-
Las Vegas/US treasury
(4 days)
NNEMS Felows begin projects
after Fellowship Agreement has
been signed.
Fellows receive first check
(14 days after Notice is sent to
Financial Management -
Las Vegas.)
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NNEMS University Network FY 1992
Alabama A&M University
American University
Public Administation
\ndrews University
Arizona State University
Center for Environmental Studies
\ubum University
Political Science
Civil Engineering
Joise State University
Department of Community and
Environmental Health
Joston University
Center for Energy and Environmental Studies
Jrigham Young University
Institute of Public Management
Jrown University
Center for Environmental Studies
Zamegie Mellon University
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Engineering and Public Policy
Ilemson University
Department of Environmental Systems
Engineering
Office of University Research
Cornell University
Center for Environmental Research
Drexel University
Department of Environmental Studies
Duke University
Policy Sciences and Public Affairs
School of Forestry and Environmental
Sciences
Honda International University
Department of Public Health
jeorge Mason University
Center for Conflict Resolution
Office for Research
Georgetown University
Department of Foreign Service
Bio-Statistics and Epidemeology
George Washing ton University
Career Services
Grambling State University
Department of Mathematics and Computer
Science
Chemistry Department
Industrial and Engineering Technology
Biological Sciences
Physics Department
Harvard University
Kennedy School of Government
School of Public Health
Howard University
The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
Department of Environmental Sciences
Hunter College
Public Administration
Illinois Institute of Technology
Department of Environmental Engineering
Indiana University
School of Public and Environmntal Affairs
Jackson State University
John Hopkins University
Department of Geography and Environmental
Engineering
Langston University
Cooperative Education
Lehigh University
Center for Social Research
Environmental Studies Center
Lousiana State University
Department of Marine Sciences
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of Ohio Univbenicy
Institute of Environmental Sciences
Michigan State University (E. Lansing)
Department of Resource Development
Montana State University
'Jew Jersey Institute of Technology
Department of Chemical Engineering
Chemistry and Environmental Sciences
"few Mexico State University
Placement and Career Services
WERC
•forth Carolina A&T
Department of Plant Science and Technology
•forth Carolina Central University
Public Administration Program
•forth Carolina State University
Department of Civil Engi
NNEMS University Network FY 1992
Northeastern University
Department of Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering Division
Northern Arizona University
Office of J ponsored Research Administration
Daklahoma State University
Graduate College
>aneViewAAM
Department of Chemistry
>rinceton University
•urdue University
Water Re
Lutgers University
. Department of Environmental Sciences
outhera University
Center for Energy and Environmnetal Studies
Biology Department
Engineering Department
Stanford University
Department of Civil Engineering
\. Environmental Engineering and Science
State University of New York
Research Office
Institute for Environmental Policy and
Planning
Syracuse University
Maxwell School Placement Office
Temple University
Department of Geography and Urban Studies
Tennessee State University
Graduate Studies and Research
Texas A&I University
Department of Chemical and Natural Gas
Engineering
Texas Tech University
Water Resources Department
The City University of New York
Office of Academic Affairs
The Cooper Union
Department of Chemistry
The Whanon School
Policy and Management Department
Tufts University
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Urban Environmental Policy
Tuskeegee Institute
Environmental Science Program
University of Arizona
Department of Hydrology and Water
j» Resources
University of Arkansas at Link Rock
Pqtfuncnt of Environmental Health
University of California at Berkeley
Placement Department
Energy and Resources Group
University of Colorado at Boulder
Department of Civil Engineering
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NNEMS University Network FY 1992
University of Delaware
Center for Energy and Urban Policy Research
College of Urban and Public Policy
Jniversity of Denver
Department of Geography
Jniversity of Findlay
Hazardous Materials Programs
Jniversity fo Georgia
Institute of Natural Resources
Institute of Ecology
Jniversity of Hawaii
Environmental Center
Jniversity of Houston at Gear Lake
School of Business and Public Administration
Physical Sciences
Biology Department
Jniversity of Idaho at Moscow
Research Office
Jniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Department of Civil Engineering
Jniversity of Kansas at Lawrence
Department of Civil Engineering
Director of Water Resources
[Jniversity of Massachusetts at Boston
Jniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Institute for Public Affairs
Jniversity of Minnesota At Twin Cities
HH Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs
Jniversity of Missouri
Department of Civil Engineering
School of Law
Jniversity of Nebraska
Environmental Programs
Jniversity of Nevada at Reno
Desert Research Institute
Jniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Department of Environmental Sciences and
Engineering
University of Oklahoma
Environmental Health Department
College of Public Health
Unversiry of Pennsylvania
School of City Planning
Fells Center of Geovemment
University of Pittsburgh
Civil Engineering
University of Puerto Rico
Research Center
Department of Environmental Health
University of Rhode Island
Water Resource Center
University of South Florida
Graduate Program
Anthropology
University Of Southern California
School of Public Administration
School of Engineering
University of Texas at Arlington
Environmental Institutefor Technology
Transfer
University of Texas at Austin
LBJ School of Public Affairs
Department of Engineering
Unversiry of Virginia
Department of Urban and Environmental
Planning
University of Washington
School of Public Affairs
Department of Civil Engineering
University of West Florida
Politcal Science Department
University of Wisconsin at Madison
Institute for Environmental Studies
Utah StateUniversity
College of Natural Resources
Yale University
School of Forestry and Environmental
Sciences
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NNEMS
Environmental Policy,^
Regulation, and Law
Topics In the category concern the review and
evaluation of existing policies, as well as the
development of new policies. Compliance with
policies and regulations is also included.
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Topic Category; 92-1000 Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Air)
Study Question: What is theNature of TRI reductions in New England?
Study Dimensions: Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reports from recent years
suggest a decrease in emissions since EPCRA reporting was first implemented. In
addition, recent projects such as the 33/50 project are looking at voluntary toxics
emissions tied into the TRI information.
This project will look at a subset of companies that have experienced the most dra-
matic reductions in toxics and target some companies that are 33/50 participants in
New England and evaluate what actions resulted in "real" reductions in the toxic
emissions which are being reported.
Study Expectations: The student will analyze the TRI data base for companies
with the highest reduction in toxic emissions in recent years. The student will work
with a select number of these facilities and review Form R's for the relevant reporting
years and the process changes that resulted in the reduced toxic emissions. It would
also be useful to investigate several corporations that are involved in the 33/50 pro-
gram to compare process changes which ocurred as a consequence of their participa-
tion in this formal program, with the changes that occurred independently.
Expected TVavel: The student would primarily be expected to do Limited day travel
although some overnight would be likely. The section/division will supplement travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Bosfon, Massachusetts
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992 or Fall/Winter 1992
Sponsor Information: Gregory Roscoe
Air, Pesticides/Toxics Management Division
Phone: (617) 565-3744
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Tonic Category: 92-1001
Env. Policy, Regualtion and Law (Multimedia)
Study Question; What impact is the Regional Lead (Pb) strategy having on the issue
of lead poisoning?
ftudv Dimensions: Lead (Pb) has been recognized by EPA as a significant
public health issue. In early 1991, EPA Headquarters published a national lead strat-
egy involving both an aggressive research agenda and management/coordination of a
regulatory cluster for lead, i.e. using existing statutes to promulgate new regulations
aimed at reducing sources of lead in the environment. In the summer of 1991, the
Region began the process of developing a regional strategy with a Multi-Divisional
Lead Workgroup. It is anticipated that the strategy will have a significant outreach/
technical assistance component and aggressive use of existing statutory authorities. It
will be important to have a quick read on whether the resources invested in mis strat-
egy is commensurate with the benefits in terms of reducing risk to lead exposure. A
principle tool for the analysis of this question, but perhaps not the only tool, will be
the conduct by the student of a comprehensive interview, using a standard questionably
to be developed by the student with EPA oversight, and susequent analysis of the
interview responses. The results will be embodied in a report to be used by the
Region's Lead Workgroup to guide susequent strategy modifications. The targeted
audience will be federal, state and local publichealth officials, and other organizations
(environmental, abatement industry, real estate, etc), with a significant interest in the
lead problem.
Study Expectations: The student will help design and conduct a study of the
effectiveness of the region's lead stategy. A principal tool for the study will be a
questionnaire which the student will help design and use to interview state/local public
health officials and other concerned parties.
Expected TVavel: Visit state agencies and others; at EPA expense
Preferred Location far Research: Boston, Massuchussetts
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Marvin Rosenstein
APTMD.PTSB MC:AP
Phone: (617) 565-2373
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Tonic Category: 92-1002 Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Water)
Study Question: How effective are Clean Water Act (319 (h)) funded projects in
protecting water quality in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska?
Study Dimensions; Two or three projects from each of the region's states
(Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington) will be selected for this study. A detailed
technical and policy analysis will be done for each project to address issues such as:
(1) consistency of project with approved Nonpoint Source Assesments and Manage-
ment Programs; (2) state selection criteria for project; (3) public involvement; (4)
focus on problem solving or pollution prevention; and (5) interagency coordination
and leveraging of other resources.
Study Expectations: A report on findings with recommendations on ways to
strengthen future projects funded with (319(h» grants will be prepared for use by EPA
Region 10 and the states.
Expected TVavel; No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Seattle, Washington
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Elbert Moore
Water/ODD MC: WD-139
Phone: (206) 399-4181
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TOPIC Category: 92-1003
Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Multimedia)
Study Question: How well do EPA's Risk Assesment Strategies include EPA's In-
dian Lands Policy and what are the ramifications associated with the implementation
of these strategies/policies?
Study Dimensions:Examine the Risk Assesment Strategies and Indian Lands Policy
for program integration with each other. Evaluate past and present examples.
Study Expectations: A report that examines past and present examples and deter-
mines future opportunities for program integration.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Olympia, Washington
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Alan Moomaw
WOO Office
Phone:(206)434-9082
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Topic Category: 92-1004 Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Water)
Study Question: What steps should EPA take to assist the State of Washington to
more fully implement existing regulatory authority to prevent saltwater intrusion of
costal aquifers?
Study Dimensions; Summarize the applicable state laws, regulations, policies
and practices regarding saltwater intrusion prevention. Analyze a wide range of pos-
sible EPA responses to enhance the state program.
Study Expectations: A report which reviews Washington's current saltwater
intrusion prevention efforts, analyzes possible EPA responses, and provides specific
action options.
Expected TVavelt No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Seattle, Washington
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: William A. Mullen
Water/Ground Water MC: WD-139
Phone:(206)399-1216
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Tonic Tafgyorv: 92-1005 Env. Policy, Regulations, and Law (Air)
Study Question! What are the HON Maximum Achievable Control Technology
(MACT) requirements for the organic chemicals manufacturing facilities? What
control technologies are being currently used in selected HON sources in Region 2?
What additional controls may be required?
fitfldy Dimensions: The sudy will consist of reviewing the MACT for HONs,
required by regulation, and targeting the HON sources in Region n for this project.
Affected Region n sources will be surveyed to identify the type of controls employed,
and their conformance with MACT requirements. Additional technologies will be
identified to determine their effectiveness in achieving MACT. Applicable cost esti-
mates will also be determined.
Study Expectations: A report that: (1) summarizes the MACT requirements for
the HON sources and the general descriptionsiof the technologies being employed by
these selected sources in Region II; and (2) suggests additional control technologies/
pollution prevention options available for these sources.
Expected Travel: Unknown amount of travel
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Preferred Location for Research: New York, New York
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Kenneth Eng
AWMD:AC
Phone: (212) 264-9627
SffiZ IMF MS
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Topic Category: 92-1006 Env. Policy.Regulation, and Law (Air)
Question: What percentage of the stationary refrigerant and air conditioning
repair/maintenance services are complying with the CFC servicing regulations? To
what extent is personnel trained in the use of CFC recycycling equipment? What
type of CFC recycling equipment is being used? What is the reliability of this equip-
ment? How are recovered CFC's being treated? What is the annual cost of the entire
operation?
Study Dimensions! Title VTs stationary CFC servicing regulations will be effec-
tive on July.l 1992. A survey of stationary refrigerant and air conditioning repair/
maintenance services subject to the regulation will be conducted. Their compliance
status will be determined. The student will gather information from each facility
which conducts stationary refrigerant and air conditioning repair/maintenance.
Study Expectations: A report with an inventory of affected sources and respec-
tive compliance rates will be prepared. This information will be used by regional
personnel for enforcement purposes as necessary.
Expected Travel: Unknown amount of travel
Preferred Location for Research: New.'York,New York
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Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Kenneth Eng
AWMD: AC
Phone: (212) 264-9627
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Tonic Category; 92-1007
Env. Policy, Regulations and Law (Air)
Study Question: Characterize the concentrations of various components in diesel
exhaust, including B [a] P, heavy metals and formaldehyde, in New York City air.
Study Dimensions: Using all the available air quality data for New York City,
develop a trends analysis for B [a] P, heavy metals, formaldehyde, non-methame
organic compounds and any other diesel exhaust pollutants.The position will need to
review existing databases containing the aforementioned pollutants including the
Aerometric Information Retrieval System (AIRS) and other available sources. This
project is being done to support Regional efforts to asess impact of diesel vehicles on
New York City air qaulity, and should also provide additional information for the
development of diesel bus control strategies.
Study Expectations: The project expectations include a series of trend statistics
developed from all available data. An insightful analysis of the data should also be
included.
Expected TVaveli No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: New York, New York
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: William S. Baker
AWMD: Air Programs
Phone: (212)264-2517 A
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Topic Categorv; 92-1008 Environmental Policy, Regulation and Law
(Air)
Study Question; What types of air emissions controls are being utilized at
superfund remedial sites? Do they comply with applicable or relevant and appropri-
ate requirements (ARAR's)? How effective are these in controlling emissions? Are
there viable alternatives?
Study Dimensions: The study will consist of surveying all ongoing and antici-
pated Superfund site remedial actions in New York and New Jersey, and identifying
those involving significant air emissions. Appropriate reports will be reviewed to iden-
tify and catagorize on-site air pollution control equipment. Air emissions will be esti-
mated and compliance with ARAR's will be determined.
Study Expectations: A report that summarizes air emissions sources at the
Superfund remedial sites, associated control equipment, air emissions, and compliance
status. This information will be useful in establishing appropriate air emission con-
trols at Superfund remedial sites.
Expected TVavel; No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Newark, New York
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Kenneth Eng
AWMD: AC
Phone: (212) 264-9627
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Tonic Category; 92-1009
Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Multimedia)
Study Question: During its review of the Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for
major construction projects the EPA often raises concerns and objections regarding
potential adverse environmental impacts. In many cases, as result of commitments by
the project sponsor to modify the project or mitigate environmental impacts EPA re-
moves its objections and the project proceeds towards implementation The purpose of
this study would be to determine whether the environmental commitments have been
implemented, and if so have they provided the desired benefits.
Study Dimensions: The study effort would involve the analysis of up to ten EISs
for projects that were subsequently implemented. The study would include the evalua-
tion of highway, economic development, flood control and other types of projects.
Study Expectations: The major environmental commitments (i.e. air, water,
wetlands, noise and wildlife habitat) that were made as the project advanced towards
implemenatation would be itemized. The implementation status of these commit-
ments would be determined through the examination of records, interviews with
project participants and field work. Where possible, the effectiveness of these mea-
sures would be evaluated. Should problems and inconsistencies be found, improve-
ments to the process should be recomended.
Expected TVavel; No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: New ^ork, New York
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Robert W. Hargrove
0PM: Environmental Impacts Branch
Phone: (212)264-1840
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Tonic Categorvt 92-1010 Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Air)
Study Question: Is industry reporting under section 313 of the EPCRA with previ-
ously large amounts of air releases, and incorporating pollution prevention measures
to report reduction of toxic chemical releases?
Study Dimensions: Through comparison of 1988,1989 and 1990 data submit-
ted under Section 313 Toxic Chemical Release Inventory, a trend has been noticed in
which large toxic chemical emitters have been reporting reductions of their releases
(especially air). Analysis of data and contact with these facilities will provide us
with information on the procedures being used at the facilities to report to these
reductions.
Study Expectations: The student will be trained on the TRI Database. He/she
will then proceed to extract air release information for the years 1988,1989 and 1990
and compare release information for the fifty highest air releases in New Jersey and
New York, as well as the 10 highest air releases in Puerto Rico. If a trend of air re-
lease reduction is noticed for a particular facility, the student will proceed to contact
the facility and obtain information on how these reductions have been achieved (Pollu
tion prevention, monitoring, emission factors changed, etc.) mechanisms vs. better
monitoring vs. changes in calculation or other means.
Expected TVflvel! No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research; Training will be conducted at the EPA facility
in Edison, New Jersey.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Ernest A. Regina
ESD: PTSB
Phone:340-6765
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92-1011
Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law
(Multi-Media)
Study Question: Have developers implemented their environmental commitments
and have they provided the desired benefits?
Study Dimensions! During its review of Environmental Impact Statements
(EISs) for major construction projects, the EPA often raises concerns and objections
regarding potential adverse environmental impacts. In many cases, as a result of
commitments by the project sponsor to modify the project or mitigate environmental
impacts, EPA remove its objections and the project proceeds towards implementation.
Study Expectations: The study involves the analysis of up to ten EISs for projects
that were subsequently implemented, the study includes the evaluation of highway,
economic development, flood control, and other types of projects. The major
commitments (i.e. air, water, wetlands, noise, wildlife habitat) that were made as the
project advanced towards implmentation would be itemized. The implementation
status of these commitments would be determined through the examination of records,
interviews with project participants, and field work. Where possible, the effectiveness
of these measures would be evaluated. Should problems and inconsistencies be found,
improvements tothe process should be recommended.
Expected Travel; ExpectedTravel Unknown,
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TOPIC Patpp^ry; 92-1012 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Air)
Study Question: What resources will be needed to implement current and future
National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (NPDWRs) in the District of Colum-
bia?
Study Dimensions; EPA Region HI is responsible for the direct implementation
of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), through the National Primary Drinking
Water Regulations (NPDWRs), in the District of Columbia. This requires coordina-
tion of activities by the Region, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Depart-
ments of Public Works and Consumer and Regulatory Affairs. Current and proposed
NPDWRs will require the increased effort and coordination of these agencies. This
project will identify the resources needed to accomplish this task.
Study Expectations: The student will review new NPDWRs (Promulgated in
1991 and 1992) to determine their requirements. The student will review the activities
of each of the agencies responsible for the implementation of these NPDWRs and
determine which agency of agencies are responsible for each aspect of a particular
regulation. The student will then determine what barriers to regulation implementa-
tion might exist, and/or the resources that may be needed to fully implement the regu-
lation. The student will prepare a formal written report of the study findings for distri-
bution to the concerned agencies.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C. or Philadelphia, PA
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: George Rizzo
Water Management - DW/GWP
Phone: (215)597-0609
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Tonic Category: 92-1013 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Wetlands)
Study Question: What are the implications of recent scientific research for the
wetlands regulatory program?
Study Dimensions! Review of scientific literature for recent articles of wetlands
functions, values, mitigation, and technical criteria.
Study Expectations: Annotated bibliography for use by wetlands staff regarding
current research results.
Expected TVaveli No expected travel.
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Preferred Location for Research! Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period! Summer 1992
Sponsor Information! Arthur L. Spingam
ESD
Phone: (215)597-3360
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Tonic Category: 92-1014 Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Air)
Study Question: Is covering haul trucks a feasable and cost effective way to control
PM-10 emissions?
Study Dimensions: Reasonably Available Control Measures (RACM) and Best
Available Control Mesures (BACM) both list covering haul trucks to prevent spills on
roadways as a preventive measure to reduce emissions on roadways. EPA believes the
best way to reduce emissions from roadways is to prevent the material from reaching
the road. Many areas have ordinances/regulations in place which require haul trucks
to be covered. However, there may be areas which do not enforce these rules. This
study should determine (1) the costs to cover and maintain the covers on haul trucks,
(2) how many areas have haul truck cover regulations in place, (3) how many areas
enforce the haul truck cover regulations, and (4) what other environmental benefits are
derived by adopting haul truck cover requirements.
Study Expectations: The study should consist of (1) an evaluation of the costs of
compliance and enforcement of haul truck covers, (2) an evaluation of the regulations/
ordinances for covering haul trucks, and (3) an evaluation of the environmental impact
of covering haul trucks (i.e. damage/repair to windshields or nuisance complaints.
Expected TVavelt No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Robin Dunkins
OAQPS: AQMD
Phone:(919)541-5335
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Tonic Category; 92-1015
Env. Policy, Regulation and Law (Air)
Study Question: Air planning grants have been awarded to Indian Tribes for the
past six years. This study is to analyze the circumstances / conditions that resulted in
either successful or unsuccessful air quality planning on Indian reservations.
Study Dimensions: The new Clean Air Act requires EPA to promulgate a rule
that treats Indian tribes as state equivalents. The development of regulations will rely
on real world experience with tribes in performing air quality work. The study
should analytically examine three or more instances of Indian/state and EPA Re-
gional Office interaction on potential air nonattainment to determine what factors and
circumstances contribute to successful tribal air quality planning and management
Study Expectations: The research will result in a case study report that describes
the conclusions of the analysis as described in Study Question and Dimensions sec-
dons above.
Expected TVavelt No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: N/A
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Paul Rasmussen
OAR: OPMO
Phone: (202)260-7430
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Tonic Category; 92-1016 Env. Policies, Regulation, and Law
(Multi-media)
Study Question: How is total human exposure to contaminants considered in differ-
ent federal programs that set media specific human health criteria?
Study Dimensions; In developing media specific criteria (i.e. drinking water,
ambient water, waste disposal, pesticides, food, air, etc.) the total exposure to a con-
taminant from all sources may or may not be considered If total exposure is consid-
ered. The student would interview Federal personnel familiar with how total exposure
is considered in developing health criteria.
Study Expectations: The student will report finding on if and how total exposure
is considered in the development of Federal human health criteria for different envi-
ronmental media. The results will help EPA and other federal agencies in risk-based
decision making.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Bruce Mintz
OST-HECD
Phone:(202)260-9569
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Topic Category: 92-1017
Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Water)
Study Question: How is the development of NPDES permit limits for effluent
discharges to surface water influenced by drimking water standards and proximity of
discharge to downstream drinking water intakes? Have drinking water standards
been violated for contaminants found in upstream NPDES discharges?
Study Dimensions; Surface water discharges have the potential of contributing
to drinking water contamination. The student would interview Federal and State
personnel involved in developing NPDES permit limits and review EPA guidance for
permit writers, eg., Technical Support Document for Water Quality-based Toxics
Control.
Study Expectations: The student will report findings on how well drinking water
standards are considered in NPDES permit limits and provide recomendations for .
improved coordination to achieve both Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and Clean
Water Act (CWA) goals.
Expected TVavri!
No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research! Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Bruce Mintz
OST: HECD
Phone: (202) 260-9569
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Tonic rafpgorv: 92-1018 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Water)
Study Question: How can States support their SRF programs when federal capitali-
zation grants are discontinued?
Study Dimensions: The Water Quality Act of 1987 authorizes funding for states
to establish State Revolving Funds (SRFs) for financing construction of qualifying
local wastewater treatment facilities. Federal funding of the SRF programs began in
1989 and will terminate in 1994. Financial assistance provided by SRFs can include
loans and various forms of credit enhancements, but not grants. A key element of
SRFs is their "revolving" nature - most loan repayments return to the program to
provide assistance to additional recipients. Since the federal funding of the SRF pro-
gram will cease in 1994, the program's success is contingent on whether the states can
develop and administer an effective mechanism and financial infrastructure to ensure
continued funding of wastewater projects. Therefore, states need to investigate alter-
native funding sources to cover their administrative expenses and to meet water qual-
ity needs..
Study Expectations: The student would, through research, interviews, informa-
tion gathering and analysis, produce a treatise on alternative funding mechanisms
available to states. S/he would then work with Region 9 states to assess their SRF
programs, identify the viable funding mechanisms appropriate for them, and assist in
their adoption.
Expected TVavel: Some travel possible.
Preferred Location for Research: San Vransisco, California
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Evelyn C. Wachte
Water Management
Phone:(415)484-1933
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Topic Category! 92-1019 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Air)
Study Question: How is the legal and political balance between the states and
federal government shifting when implementing the new Clean Air Act of 1990?
Study Dimensions! Legal analysis of relevant statutory and case law on the
states' role implenting the Gean Air Act, including preemption. Analysis of argu-
ments for mandatory procedures that, in effect, preempt states.
Study Expectations: A paper framing and analyzing the issue, with bibliography,
Potential presentation to EPA policy staff.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C. - but not essential.
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: 11m Williamson
OAR/OPAR
Phone: (202) 260-6499 A
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Topic ratggorv: 92-1020 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Soil, Water)
Study Question: Review remedial technologies for dense, non-aqueous, phase liquid
contaminated sites.Contamination of subsurface media (groundwater and soils) is a
common problem at RCRA and Superfund facilities.
Study Dimensions: The identification of remendial technologies matched with
subsurface site characterization and contimate property is essential to effective reme-
dial action. Incumbent will be charged with reviewing and evaluating present, as well
as, innovative technologies addressing remediation of DNAPLS.
Study Expectations: The completion of this review should result in a report iden-
tifying appropriate remedial clean up technologies in a report or electronic format.
Expected TVaveli No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Wasnington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Vem Myers
OSW-PSPD
Phone: (202) 260-4685
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Tnnir ffltegorv; 92-1021
Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law (Water)
Study Question: What is the definition and use of "detection limits" of various
regulations?
Study Dimensions: Analyze and review analytical measure techniques that
regulatory authorities use in identifying and accounting for detection and quamitation
limitations measuring trace levels of contaminants in groundwater. Learn and review
permit proceedings which lead to administrative and judicial challenges and make
alternative recommendations.
Study Expectations: Review and analyze permits that could cause enforcement
action based on "false positive" monitoring results and make alternative recommenda-
tions in a written analysis.
Expected TVaveli No Expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research! Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Gail Hansen
OSW-CAD
Phone: (202) 260-4797
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Tonic Category: 92-1022 Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law
Study Question: What are the specific terms and conditions under which the House
of Representatives, the U.S. Senate ad the Executive Branch, including the Environ-
mental Protection Agency, will reauthorize such major legislation as the Clean Water
Act (CWA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)?
Study Dimensions; This work will require close coordination with major EPA
program offfices and House and Senate staff through EPA's Office of Congressional
and Legislative Affairs in analyzing, monitoring, and participating in the amendment,
enactment, and reauthorization of major legislation effecting the EPA such as CWA,
RCRA, TSCA, FIFRA, CERCLA, SDWA, and major appropriations measures.
Study Expectations! Through attendance at relevant Congressional hearings and
participation in meetings with Congressional, OCLA, and other EPA staff, the student
will prepare regular briefing papers, summaries, and analyses of the status of such
legislation. In addition, the student will also respond to inquiries from Congressional
offices on such legislation.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Fall 1992
Sponsor Information: Robin D. Grove
OCLA-Congresional Liason
Phone: (202) 260-5203 _
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Tonic r
; 92-1023
Env. Policy, Regulation, and Law
Study Question! What are the specific terms and conditions under which the House
of Representatives, the U.S. Senate ad the Executive Branch, including the Environ-
mental Protection Agency, will reauthorize such major legislation as the Clean Water
Act (CWA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)?
Study Dimensions: This work will require close coordination with major EPA
program offices and House and Senate staff through EPA's Office of Congressional
and Legislative Affairs in analyzing, monitoring, and participating in the amendment,
enactment, and reauthorization of major legislation effecting the EPA such as CWA,
RCRA, TSCA, FIFRA, CERCLA, SDWA, and major appropriations measures.
Study Expectations: Through attendance at relevant Congressional hearings and
participation in meetings with Congressional, OCLA, and other EPA staff, the student
will prepare regular briefing papers, summaries, and analyses of the status of such
legislation. In addition, the student will also respond to inquiries from Congressional
offices on such legislation.
Expected Travel: No Expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Robin D. Grove
OCLA-Congressional Liason
Phone: (202) 260-5203
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Management/
Administration
Topics In this category will focus on implementing
and Improving the Internal management goals of
the Environmental Protection Agency. Also
included Is the development and Implementation of
cooperative environmental management strategies
with targeted constituents.
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Tonic Category; 92-2000 Environmental Management/Administration (Water)
Study Question: When applied to different land uses and land covers, what is the
impact of nutrient control technologies (Best Management Practices) on the quantity
of nutrients, particularly nitrogen, lost from those sites?
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Study Dimensions: The Long Island Sound Study recently adopted a policy of
"No Net Increase" for nonpoint sources of nitrogen. In order to implement this policy,
EPA and the states of CT and NY will need information on the effectiveness of
nonpoint nitrogen control technologies. Unfortunately, these technologies or Best
Management Practices (BMPs) for nitrogen and other nutrients are neither well known
nor quantified. The literature must be reviewed to determine the most appropriate
BMPs for the variety of land use activities likely to be found in the Long Island Sound
watershed. Removal efficiency of the techniques must also be quantified to ensure
that land uses leading to increases in nitrogen are balanced against applications of
BMPs which result in nitrigen removal
Study Expectations: The student will conduct a literature search and interview
experts on the subject of Best Management Practices designed to control nutrients,
specifically nitrogen. Once literature search and interviews are completed, the student
will prepare a report summarizing his or her findings.
Expected TVaveh Some expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research : Boston, Massachusetts
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Bob Morehouse, Susan Beede
Water Management/Water Quality
MC:WQPandWQE-42S
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Tonic (7ategflrY! 92-2001 Environmental Management/Administration (Water)
Study Question: Investigate the major features of Regional wetland management
plans which are complete or underway. Identify strong and weak points and relation
to Federal laws and policies.
Study Dimensions; 5 wetland management plans from Washington, Oregon,
Idaho, and Alaska will be reviewed. Major participants in the planning efforts will be
interviewed. The intern will identify specific elements of the plans which relate to
protection, restoration and maintenance of wetlands and analyze the ability of the plan
to achieve "no net loss" of wetland resources in the plan area.
Study Expectations: Comparative analysis of plans reviewed. Summary com-
parison in matrix format.
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Seattle, Washington
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Fred Weinmann
Water/Environmental Evaluation MC: WD-128
Phone: (206)399-1414
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Tnpic Category; 92-2002 Environmental Management /Administration (Water)
Study Question: What are the populations at risk in the defined reach of the Snake
River and the associated comparative risk to the environment for each?
Study Dimensions: Through literature surveys and limited field observations,
examine the type and quantity of biological resources in the study area.
Study Expectations;^ The study, when combined with existing and new environ-
mental data, mathematical modeling, and risk assesment techniques, should provide
Agency planners with the tools to incorporate comparitive risk assesments into their
decision making process.
Expected TVavel: Some expected travel^
Preferred Location for Research: Seattle, Washington
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Pat Cirone
BSD/Technical Support MGES-098
Phone: (206)399-1597
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Topic Category: 92-2003 Environmental Management / Administration (Air)
Study Question; How can Region HI employees be encouraged to participate in the
"Green Lights Game?" What type of tracking system is needed to reduce their energy
use and track energy efficiency for those who participate?
Study Dimensions: The Air, Radiation, and Toxics Division is introducing "The
Green Lights Game" to Region HI. The main objective is to educate our employees
about energy efficiency. Each particpant will bring in their electric bill for one year.
The total amount of electricity used per bill would be tracked and compared to last
year's bill.
Study Expectations: The student will be responsible for developing and imple-
menting a tracking system to track energy-use of Region HI employees. He/She will
be expected to retrieve reports, summarize data in tables and charts, and write summa
ries of major results. The student will also help to educate Region Ed employees
about energy efficiency as part of an overall team effort.
Expected TVavel: No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Ellen Jacobs
ARTD
Phone: (215)597-0717
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Topic Category: 92-2004 Environmental Management/Administration (Air)
Study Question: Evaluate effectiveness of duct cleaning and associated treatments
in HVAC systems in the Office of Environment.
Study Dimensions: HVAC duct work can act as a filter and transporter of a wide
spectrum of paniculate and gaseous materials. Duct cleaning should improve indoor
air complaints in buildings. Various treatments are also being touted as a supplement
to duct cleaning. A literature review will be conducted based on availableliterature
and discussions with leading investigators and trade exports. Actual duct cleaning
will be followed.
Study Expectations: A literature review paper will be produced for EPA use, and
if possible, a paper submitted for a conference.
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Francis Dougerty
ARID
Phone: (215) 597-8322
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Topic Category: 92-2005 Environmental Management / Administration (Air)
Study Questioni How can Region HI assure that an environmental financing cur-
riculum is developed and implemented at colleges and universities throughout the
country?
Study Dimensions; A future effort of the Public Private Partnership Program
will be to establish an environmental financing curriculum within universities
throughout the country so that experts are trained to assist local government officials
in financing the provision of environmental services. Region HI will be the lead in
this effort. The student will begin this effort by developing and conducting a survey
of colleges and universities throughout the country to determine what is presently
being taught in the environmental financing area.
Study Expectations: The student will be expected to identify major colleges and
universities throughout the country, develop a survey / questionnaire to send to them,
summarize the results of the survey, and identify those that are able to work with the
EPA to develop an environmental financing curriculum.
Expected Travelt No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Catherine A. Mastropieri
ARA for Policy Management
Phone: (215)597-4149
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TOPIC Category: 92-2006 Environmental Management /Administration (Water)
Study Question: How can we determine which public water supplies (PWS) are
most at risk from groundwater contamination?
Study Dimensions: Develop a list of data elements to support a risk character-
ization of PWRs. Investigate potential sources of groundwater contamination and
verify their location. Data collection and digitalization of collected data would be
included.
Study Expectations: To prioritize areas in urgent need of wellhead protecton by
ranking PWS and their relative distances from sources of contamination. A follow up
study will be used to assess the relative risk of potential sources of contamination.
Expected TVavcl: Some local travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period! Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Virginia Thompson
Water Management
Phone: (215)597-2786
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Tonic Category^ 92-2007 Environmental Management / Administration
(Multi-Media)
Study Question: What techniques are best suited for the measurement of the accom-
plishments of EPA multi-media grants to Indian tribes?
Study Dimensions! EPA is in process of irritating a program of multi-media
grants for Indian tribes. Because this is a new type of grant that has not previously
been offered by the Agency, assessment techniques will need to be developed to
determine the effectiveness of the program.
Study Expectations: The fellow will be expected to submit a report describing the
utility of various accepted evaluation techniques of this program and will suggest a
preferred methodology^ The fellow will be expected to submit a report describing the
utility of various accepted evaluation techniques of this program and will suggest a
preferred methodology.
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Washington D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Richard E. Sanderson
OFA: SPAD
Phone: (202)260-0129
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TftPJC Catggorv: 92-2008 Environmental Management / Administration (Water)
Study Question: How important is ammonia in causing toxicity to aquatic organ-
isms in bottom sediments?
Study Dimensions: In many situations, ammonia in sediments has been found
to be a major source of toxicity to benthic organisms. This study will investigate the
literature on how ammonia "acts" in sediments, under what conditions it becomes
more toxic, and how it can alter its forms based on physical/ chemical conditions in
'the sediments.
Study Expectations: A report summarizing all the ammonia literature to date,
focusing on bottom sediments. The effort should provide recommendations on man-
agement tools that can be implemented to lessen the impacts of ammonia toxicity to
aquatic organisms.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, Dlinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Marc Tuchman
Water Water Quality
Phone:(312)886-0239 ..
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Topic Category; 92-2009 Environmental Management/Administration (Water)
Study Question: What are the trends in the use of conservation tillage in U.S. EPA
Region V, such as with 319 projects and in USDA demonstration projects and hydro-
logic unit areas?
Study Dimensions: Many 319 projects and USDA projects utilize conservation
tillage as a beat management practice. The Conservation Technology Information
Center (CTIC) has conducted a survey of conservation tillage practices since 1982.
This county level data is broken down into 12 crops and five tillage types. CTIC
would provide information and a work station for a NNEMS summer staffer to pro-
duce graphs and charts of trends of different crops and tillage types.
Study Expectations; This study would produce trends of conservation tillage in
designated project areas to be utilized by local, state, and regional program managers.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel.
Preferred Location for Research: CTKT-office, West Lafayette, IN
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone:(312)886-0209
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Tonic Category; 92-2010 Environmental Management/Administration (Water)
Study Question; What constitutes the most effective riparian system for removal of
dissolved nitrogen (nitrates) from surface water and ground water discharge flows in
an urban setting?
Study Dimensions: The researcher will review existing literature and on-going
research projects directed at riparian systems in urban settings. Review shall include,
but not be limited to, studies as part of the Chesapeake Bay Program and Long Island
Sound Project
Study Expectations: Report detailing optimal conditions and effectiveness of
riparian systems for removal of dissolved nitrogen (nitrates) from surface water and
groundwater discharge flows.
Expected TVavel; ExpectedTravel unknown.
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Preferred Location for Research: No preferred location.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone:(312)886-0209
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; 92-20 11 Environmental Management/Administration
(Wetlands)
Study Question: How can EPA increase the States' interest and involvement in
wetlands protection?
Study Dimensions: To determine appropriate Federal and State roles in wet-
lands protection: What are State needs to increase their involvement in wetlands
protection? What can EPA (and other Federal agencies do to assist State wetlands
protection efforts? What can States do best? What can Federal government do best?
Identification of State needs to increase interest and involvement in wetlands protec-
tion?
Study Expectations:
State efforts.
Recommendations for EPA (and Federal) next steps to assist
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Lori Williams
OW
Phone:(202)260-5084
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Tonic rateyorvi 92-2012 Environmental Management / Administration (Air)
Study Question: Evaluate how the current air stationary source compliance training
programs can be improved through more effective training development and delivery
methods.
Study Dimensions: The student would conduct a literature search, utilize recent
NNEMS studies, conduct interviews with leading state, local and EPA air training and
compliance staff, hold small focus group meetings, hold briefings and produce a writ-
ten report
Study Expectations: The study should identify essential quality elements that
should be part of the air stationary source compliance development and delivery pro-
grams.
Expected TVaveli No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research: On a nearby campus
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Mark S. Siegler
OAR/OAQPS: SSCD
Phone: 308-8673
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Topic Category; 92-2013 Environmental Management / Administration (Air)
Study Question: How do the states use information on ecological stress, e.g., Envi-
ronmental Impact Statements, and are there common themes from which we can de-
velop guidelines for assessing the ecological risks resulting from exposure to the
hazardous air pollutants identified in the 1990 CAA?
Study Dimensions: The project should cover a survey of states and programs in
the area of ecological risk.
Study Expectations: It is expected that some document would be developed
which would identify some common themes or concepts that can be found in existing
programs.
Expected TVavel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Dennis Pagano
OAQPSrESD
Phone: (919)541-0502
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Topic Category! 92-2014 Environmental Management/Administration (Air)
Study Question: General data and information has been developed on reservation
air quality, this ananysis will utilize other existing information to better refine the 325
reservations' air quality status.
Study Dimensions: 1989 data exists that compares Indian reservations to coun-
ties' air quality status. The proposed analysis would use existing data to examine
actual air quality in more detail. Reservation population, existing air monitoring
dataof surrounding geographic areas and other information would be used in this
reevaluation.
Study Expectations: A report and data base would be developed that would up-
date and refine air quality attainment status for 325 Indian reservations.
Expected TV-awl; No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research: No preferred location.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Paul Rasmussen
OAR-OPMO
Phone: (202) 260-7430
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Tonic Category: 92-2015 Environmental Management / Administration
(Multi-Media)
Study Question: Refine and / or expand an existing MBA curriculum, "Business
and the Environment," currently taught at UCLA Anderson Graduate School of Man-
agement, so that it will be replicable at other graduate schools.
Study Dimensions: The goal of the MBA course is to provide a broad, multi-
media view of the environmental issues as they affect the business community, and
develop analytical tools to manage environmental impact through informed environ-
mental awareness, including pollution prevention/waste minimization. We would by
preference choose a team of three students, with backgrounds in Finance, Marketing,
and Economics, to analyze the developed curriculum and recommend: What business
and environmental topics should be included? How can the environmental concerns
of various departments within the business school be incorporated in the course?
How shall the curriculum be structured? What reading assignments, class projects,
video materials, bibliographies, etc., should be included? The methodology would be
examination of the existing UCLA curriculum, plus interviews with representatives of
the graduate school business community, and other educational entities. Interviews
with business affiliates would be a major task. The analysis would focus on the pro-
cess whereby such a course becomes institutionalized in the general curriculum.
Study Expectations: We would expect thorough documentation of the process of
analysis and institutionalization of the exisiting UCLA MBA course and curriculum.
We would hope for course outlines, bibliographies, lesson plans, examination plans,
etc., wherever the anaysis would properly lead. We would expect a report on what it
would take to get the UCLA package into other schools. We would expect a major
contribution to development of the presentation package for this task.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel.
Preferred Location for Research; Los"Angeles, California
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Marsha G. Harris
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Phone: (415)744-1635
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Environmental Management / Adminstration
(Multi-Media)
Study Question: What are examples of effective pollution prevention agricultural
practices that can be promoted nationally?
Study Dimensions! The Pollution Prevention Act of 1 990 directed EPA to
promote source reduction practices in all Federal agencies and identify opportunities
to use Federal procurement to encourage source reduction and required industry to
submit pollution prevention or waste minimization information. EPA's role is prima-
rily one of support of state and local government agency activities in the areas of
education and outreach. Region 9's Water Management Division has begun to inte-
grate pollution prevention into program activities and recently created a pollution
prevention team within the Construction Grants Branch. The Pollution Prevention
team is developing a comprehensive pollution prevention program which targets
POTWs. The team's activities focus on: (1) coordination of pollution prevention
efforts of the Water Management Division; (2) source reduction/ recycling; (3)
municiple wastewater pollution prevention; (4) water conservation and reclamation,
and (5) outreach.
Study Expectations: We would like to recruit someone interested in Public
Policy, water conservation/ reclamation, and agricultural pollution prevention. The
person would provide national leadership and new direction in integrating an envi-
ronmental perspective in agricultural policy and in promoting the use of sustainable
agriculture. Hie person would, through research, interviews , information gathering
and analysis, produce a compendium of successful programs which lessen agricul-
tural dependence on pesticides and curtail the consumtion of energy and water. The
person would also develop and implement an outreach program to disseminate infor-
mation to fanners regarding successful water and energy conservation measures.
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
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Preferred Location for Research: San Francisco, California
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Virginia Cummings
Water Management: Grants
Phone: (415)744-1926
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Tonic raf^g^fv; 92-2017 Environmental Management / Administration (Water)
Study Question: Update fault trees and failure modes data for causes of releases
study of 1987.
Study Dimensions; Contact industry groups and state and local program officials
to update causes of UST releases data. Evaluate incidence and severity from current
samples of industry and State data bases.
Study Expectations! Brief report with data summary charts and tables, accompa-
nied by narrative summarizing current release incidence experiences.
Expected Travel! No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research! Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period! Summer 1992
Sponsor Information! David 0* Brien
OSWER/OUST: Policy and Standards
Phone: (703) 308-8850
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Tonic Category! 92-2018 Enivronmental Management / Administration (Water)
Study Question! Identification and categorization of innovative methods for treat-
ing soil gas vapors and contaminated pump-out waters (side Waste Streams) that will
enable integration of effective and cheap clean-up options into UST corrective ac-
tions.
Study Dimensions: Survey of peer reviewed literature and industry trade jour-
nals for trends on new treatment devices to determine what exists, industry usage,
and where technical break throughs are likely.
Study Expectations: This brief study should scope out possible devices and
engineering approaches to UST side waste stream treatment, with an emphasis on
practical, field-useable techniques that are affordable to small business.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1 992
Sponsor Information; David O' Brien
OSWER/OUST: Policy and Standards
Phone: (703) 308-8850
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Tonic rafegnfv: 92-2019 Environmental Management/ Adminstration
(Multi-Media)
Study Question: What field measurements for underground petroleum contamina-
tion are available and what is their performance?
Study Dimensions: Identify and gather performance data for currently available
field measurement equipment and methods.
Study Expectations: Update survey report that was completed in 1989.
Expected TVavel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: WasHyigton, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Thomas Schruben
OSWER/OUST: Policy and Standards
Phone: (703) 308-8875
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Environmental
Science
Toptcs in this category focus on field studies and
abroratory research. The review of environmental
policy and regulation requiring technical expertise
are included in the Environmental Policy,
Regulation, an Law category.
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Tonic Category; 92-3000 Environmental Science (Water Quality)
Study Question: Will improved water quality in Boston Harbor and Massachusetts
Bay lead to increased abundance and distribution of pollution sensitive aquatic
vegitation, such as eelgrass?
Study Dimensions: The Boston Harbor Cleanup Project is a perfect opportunity
to examine ecosystem recovery. Many agencies and academic institutions are study-
ing various individual components of the ecosystem. This study is focusing on the
response of eelgrass, Zostera Marina, to changes in water quality in the Harbor and
Bay. Eelgrass beds are a desirable vegitation, because of its high habitat value. It is
also extremely sensitive to turbidity and eutrophication. The study will consist of
identifying existing eelgrass beds and examining changes in area! coverage over time.
The study will require field verification of all information collected. Eelgrass beds
will be delineated by markers, and growth in relation to these markers be measured.
Study Expectations: The intern would be involved in gathering background infor-
mation from a wide variety of sources. These sources would include any ariel photo-
graphs, references in technical literature and anecdotal evidence of the presence of
eelgrass. The intern would participate in the field visits to verify the background
information.
Expected TVaveh No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Boston, Massachusetts
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Phil Colarusso
Water/Water Quality/Marine and Estuary Program
MC: WQE-425
Phone: (617) 565-4428 ,£k
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Topie rategorvi 92-3001 Environmental Science (Air)
Study Question: Compare fungi indoors and outdoors and the health implications
especially during abnormal situations?
Study Dimensions: Fungi can be found indoors aand outdoors that vary accord-
ing to species and quanities. Health problems can be associated with these changes.
Conditions can vary in both localities that may "upset" the baseline population. A
literature review with some field work will result in a paper being completed. Subse-
quently a journal article discussing health effects and environmental changes associ-
ated with indoor and outdoor fungi will be completed.
Study Expectations: See above.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel
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f>te»orv! 92-3002 Environmental Science (Air)
Sfudy Question: Can the biological irratancy method (mice) be used to study and
predict residential indoor air quality?
Study Dimensions: Mice can act as a surrogate for human response to indoor ai
pollution according to some investigators. Exposure to volatile irritants will produce
change in the respiratory rate that can be related to the concentration. A literature
review will be conducted based on available literature and disscussions with leading
investigators. Some sampling will be attempted in selected homes, if available.
Study Expectations: A literature review papre will be produced and the results
from some research may result in a journal-articlebeing developed.
Expected TVavel; Some local travel -
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Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Francis Dougerty
ARTD
Phone: (215) 597-8322
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Tonic Category: 92-3003 Environmental Science (Water)
Study Question: What can be gained from the information gathered from coastal
monitoring off Delaware, Maryland and Virginia?
Study Dimensions: The student will work with EPA staff to assess and interpret
results of coastal monitoring. Available water quality and biological data will be
synthesized and evaluated for trends and cause and effect relationships. Various statis
deal techniques and geographic information tools will be utilized. The student will
take part in at least one coastal monitoring survey.
Study Expectations; A report assessing the results of coastal monitoring off
Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia.
Expected Travel: Some travel expected. ^
Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Bill Muir
ESD
Phone: (215) 597-2541
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!1 92-3004 Environmental Science (Environmental Engineering)
iMl Evaluate (full capability) of oxidation ditch techno.ogy fo,
waste-
Study Dimensions: Investigate, by doing field studies and by evaluating operat-
ing data, the actual capability of oxidation ditches providing secondary level of treat-
ment and the optimum effluent quality this process can attain with respect to BOD5,
suspended solids, ammonia, and nitrogen removal.
Study Expectations: A report on the full capability of oxidation ditches for waste-
water treatment Investigate several facilities in Region VR Duration of study will
be at least six months.
Material belongs to:
Office of Toxic Substances Library
U.S. Environment?1 Protection Agency
401M Street, S.W.TS 753
Washington, D.C. 20460
(202) 382-3944
Expected TVavel: Some travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Kansas
Preferred Research Period: Summer and Fall 1992
Sponsor Information: Thomas M. Carter
Water Programs Assistance Branch
Phone: (913) 276-7373
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Tonic Category; 92-3005 Environmental Sciences (Chemistry)
Study Question: What effect does UV radiation have on chloronated organic com-
pounds absorbed in soil?
Study Dimensions; Not much is known about the fate of environmental con-
taminants when exposed to UV radiation from sunlight This study will investigate
the reactions that chlorinated organic compounds undergo when exposed to UV radia-
tion.
Study Expectations: Determine the intermediate and end products obtained when
chlorinated organic compounds are exposed to UV radiation. Propose the reaction
mechanisms.
Expected TVavei; Expected Travel unknown.
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Preferred Location for Research: Kansas
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Sheter B. Mohsin
LABO - ENSV
Phone: (913) 276-5208
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Topic Category; 92-3006 Environmental Science
Study Question: What is the impact of urban runoff of lawn care chemicals on
water quality in the local water shed?
Study Dimensions: Virtually no information is available in the existing scientific
literature as to the effects of runoff of lawn care chemicals on our nations waters. The
objectives of this project are: to identify the magnitude of lawn chemical use in a
major Region 5 city urban/ suburban watershed; and to evaluate the concentrations of
these chemicals in local water and sediments. This will entail sampling design and
analysis of the results.
Study Expectations: The resulting report will identify the primary lawn care
chemicals entering local waters, show the relative distribution of the compound be-
tween the water and sediment phases, and highlight important factors to be considered
in the design of follow-up studies.
Expected TVavel: Some regional travel
Preferred Location for Research: Region 5 Area.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone:(312)886-0209
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Tonic Category: 92-3007 Environmental Science (Multimedia)
Study Question: Analysis of Acute Toxicity Testing Methodologies Examine alter-
natives to current LD50 and OECD methods for acute toxicity screening.
Study Dimensions; Compare for type of information on toxicity produced by
each method, numbers of animals required, whether mortality or other end points are
needed Determine statistical value of results obtained by alternative tests.
This project is unfunded.
Study Expectations: Report that would comprehensively evaluuate the optional
procedures and define strengths and weaknesses of each and propose options.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Canpus/ Headquarters EPA, Washington, D.C
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: J. Cotruvo
OTS: HERD
Phone: (202)-260-1241
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Tonic Category! 92-3008 Environmental Science (Toxics)
Study Question: Predictive toxicology of Persistent Bioaccumulator Chemicals.
Study Dimensions: Examine the toxicology of selected bioaccumulator chemi-
cals; compare to similar non-bioaccumulators. Identify significant and unique end
points, and recommend testing and risk assessment methodology for
bio accumulators.
This project is unfunded.
Study Expectations: Report of analysis and recommended procedure for risk
analysis.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel.
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Preferred Location for Research: Home Campus or Headquarters, Washington,
DC.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: J. Cotruvo
OTS: HERD
Phone: (202) 260-1241
S3E NNF.MS
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Tonic Category: 92-3009
Environmental Science (Air)
Study Question: What is the potential improvement in energy efficiency of technolog
"x"? ("x" to be determined in Spring 1992)
Study Dimensions: Intern will investigate the technology to determine effi-
ciency improvement and associated pollution prevention benefits.
Study Expectations: Intern will provide a detailed technical assessment that
includes recommendations about the technology that has been studied.
Expected TVaveli No expected travel.
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Cathy Zol
OAIAP: Global Change
Phone:(202)260-6507
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Public Relations/
Media
Topics in this category Include the review and
analysis of public response to EPA policies and
regulations, as well as general public opinion of
environmental Issues. Also Included in this
category Is the development of communication
tools ranging from pamphlets to training manuals,
to slide and film presentations, In order to inform
and educate the public on environmental protection
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Tonic Category: 92-4000 Public Relations/Media (Air)
Study Question: How can EPA improve the quality of response it provides to the
public on indoor air pollution issues?
Study Dimensions: Intern will assist the EPA Regional Office in evaluating the
scope and variety of questions from the public regarding indoor air quality. Issues
such as types of inquiries, types of health risks that are of concern, types of buildings
that are of concern, and geographic location will be considered. In addition, the intern
will assist the Region in preparing consistent responses to major questions and de-
velop a comprehensive list of resources that can be used to respond to such questions.
Study Expectations: The intern will prepare a written report based on interviews
with Regional and State staff. The work will be done in the Boston area.
Expected TVavel: Local travel within New England may be required.
Preferred Location for Research: Boston, Massachusetts
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Thorn D'Avanzo
Toxics/Radiation Assesment Section
Phone: (617) 565-4502
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Tonic Category: 92-4001 Public Relations/Media (Multimedia)
Study Question: How can EPA Region 1 develop pollution prevention fact sheets
for industry, suitable for use by EPA inspectors?
Study Dimensions: EPA Region 1 would like to equip its inspectors with bro-
chures to provide basic information on pollution prevention to facilities. These bro-
chures must be sufficiently interesting and specific to motivate facilities, yet avoid a
"prescriptive" tone that might lead facilities to believe we are using our regulatory
authority to mandate particular pollution prevention measures. The aim of the study is
to assess relevent policy issues, gather and review raw material for fact sheets for 2
industries (to be chosen prior to the study period), draft the brochures and submit them
for appropriate review, then finalize the brochures for use.
Study Expectations: Assess policy by interviewing Region 1 staff and others;
gather and review information on pollution prevention techniques available in the two
chosen industries; draft brochures, submit for review, and finalize; and maintain orga-
nized files of supporting documentation.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel may be required
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Preferred Location for Research: The local Boston area
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Ray Thompson
ESD/Monitoring and Env. Studies MC: EMS
Phone: (617) 860-4372
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Topic Category: 92-4002 Public Relations/Media (Pollution Prevention)
Study Question; What uses and/or reuses are there for leftover food and how can i
be distributed?
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Study Dimensions: Student would research business, charities, and other option
for using leftover food from restaurant, processors and others to reduce the amount of
food ending up in landfills.
This project is unfunded.
Study Expectations: A directory or brochure listing local firms, farms, etc. that
can utilize leftover food.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Nancy Gmndahl
Environmental Services - Assesment Branch
Phone: (215) 597-0335
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Topic Category: 92-4003 Public Relations/Media (Pollution Prevention)
Study Question: What hotels, conference centers, and/or training rooms in Region
m are easily accessible via mass transit?
Study Dimensions: Student would research hotels and conference facilities and
assess their accessibility to mass transit.
This project is unfunded.
Study Expectations: A directory of facilities in Region EH adjacent to public
transportation stops.
Expected TVavel: Some local travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Nancy Grundahl
Environmental Services - Assessment Branch
Phone: (215) 597-0355
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Topic Category: 92-4004 Public Relation/Media (Multimedia)
Study Question: What are the differences in the extent of press coverage of EPA
enforcement activity for civil judicial, administrative, and criminal cases, and/ or
policy development? For example, we would like to know the relative amount of
coverage of judicial and administrative cases that are functionally equivalent (i.e.,
similar in dollar amount of penalties, nature of violations, etc.).
Study Dimensions: The survey should examine major metropolitan, large-circu-
lation newspapers; smaller, regionally-based newspapers; and trade publications cov-
ering all environmental media (e.g. waste publications, BNA's Environmental Re-
porter, Chemical Regulation Reporter). The student would perform the survey using
on-line, as well as conventional means. On-line usage cannot be funded or supported
outside of EPA Headquarters in Washington D.C.
Study Expectations: The final report should include a quamtative assessment of
differences in the extent and type of coverage EPA recieves, and a qualitative
assesment of the key fact(s) about the action that increase the likelihood of press
coverage (e.g. dollar amount of penalties, name-recognition of defendant, etc.). The
report should also include a list of the key media outlets that feature coverage of EPA
enforcement activity (e.g. popular media, trade press and trade association publica-
tions).
Expected TVavcl: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Washington D.C.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Linda Breggin
Enforcement: AA's Staff
Phone: (202) 261-4931 .
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Tonic Category; 92-4005 Public Relations/Media (Water)
Study Question: Develop an educational Color Graphic Primer on the Principles of
Wastewater Treatment Most community officials have little or no contact with the
operators of their wastewater treatment plant and little or no idea of how the plant
works.
Study Dimensions: Simple publications to educate the public and officials about
the principles of wastewater treatment and the various kinds of collection and treat-
ment systems have proven extremely popular.
Study Expectations: Using drawn or digitized graphics, the student will develop
and interactive graphic tutorial on the principal kinds of wastewater collection and
treatment, and the basics of their operation. Extensive amounts of slides, drawings
and videocasettes will be provided.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, Dlinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information Alfred E. Krause
Water: Water Compliance
Phone:(312)353-0849
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Tonic Category: 92-4006 Public Relations/Media (Water)
Study Question: What are the Protection measures currently used and regarded as
model regulations for lake management?
Study Dimensions: The study should produce a protection guidebook of cur-
rently instituted local lake protection measures. The guide would be comprised of the
most pertinent and effective local efforts, education and information outreach, etc.
The text would serve local officials as a reference to the most effectively worded and
regarded protection measures under current practice.
Study Expectations: Development of a guidebook that could be distributed to
local communities to strengthen and promote protection efforts by illustrating specific
protection measures instituted by other communities.
Expected TVaveli No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: No preferred location
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone: (312) 886-0209
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Tonic Category: 92-4007 Public Relations/Media (Water)
Study Question: What has been the most effective means to provide information
and education to the Public? Should the approach change depending on the size of the
project?
Study Dimensions; The study will review current public education and outreach
efforts being conducted as part of the Puget Sound Program, Chesapeake Bay Pro-
gram, Great Lakes Program, and Gulf of Mexico Initiative.
Study Expectations: Summary report of information and education programs,
methods, target audiences and their size, costs, and documented or anticipated public
response to the program. Recommendations will be made for the most effective
approach(es) given varying dollar amounts. Recommendations will be made for
alternative information and education approaches if existing approaches are not effec-
tive.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: No preferred location
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone: (312)886-0209
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Tonic Category; 92-4009 Public Relations/Media (Hazardous Waste)
Study Question: How can the public be better educated on hazardous and solid
waste issues?
Study Dimensions: Analyze and evaluate how to most cost effectively print and
dissimulate public information on hazardous waste and solid waste issues. Learn
about existing government-wide restrictions on printing and graphics. Learn about
legal restrictions and public/private partnership initiatives and provide appropriate
alternatives.
Study Expectations: Conduct comparitive analysis and evaluate methods of
communication and public outreach used by other Federal agencies.
Expected Travel: No travel expected.
Preferred Location for Research: Washington, D.C.
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Thea McManus
OSW-CABD
Phone: (202)260-8818
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Computer
Programming and
Development
Topics in this category Include the development of
computer software that can include, for example,
the adaption to IBM-PC or Macintosh formats and
upgrading existing software packages.
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Tonic Category; 92-5000 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: How do the results from the EPA's Draft "Water 7" emissions
model compare to the existing models, such as "CHEM.DAT 7" and "SIMS"?
Study Dimensions; New York City is collecting data from 14 treatment plants in the
city. The data will be used to perform analyses using the models which were men-
tioned above, and the results will be compared in order to determine which best simu-
lates the emissions of New York City's treatment plants. The results will also be used
in evaluating the cost effectiveness of emission controls for these sources.
Study Expectations: The student will utilize New York City's VOC emission data
from its study of 14 treatment plants as input to EPA's emission models for waste
water treatment plants. The expectations of this modeling project are to establish an
acceptable VOC emission modeling program, VOC emissions from Metropolitan area
treatment plants and determining the cost effectiveness of control measures.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: New York, New York
Preferred Research Period: Slimmer 1992
Sponsor Information: William S. Baker
AWMDrAR
Phone: (212) 264-2517
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Topic Category; 92-5001 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: What are the source loadings, ambient concentrations and parti-
tioning coefficients for heavy metals in Lake Ontario?
Study Dimensions; Limited to the Lake Ontario watershed and limited to heavy
metals, particularly mercury, arsenic and lead. The development of a database on
these heavy metals is needed in 1992.
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Study Expectations: The collection of sufficient data to construct a preliminary
mass balance model for Lake Ontario heavy metals. _,
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: New York, New York
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Charles Zafonte
WMDrNFPO
Phone: (212) 264-7678
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Tonic Category: 92-5002 Computer Programming and Development (Air)
Study Question: How can Region m utilize various data bases to provide timely and
informative reports to EPA program managers, state officials and media regarding the
33/50 program?
Study Dimensions: Region HI has a System 33/50 for tracking EPA's 33/50
Program in Region ffl. The data base incorporates the current Toxic Release Inven-
tory (TRY) emissions as well as the pollution prevention status. This system is com-
patible with Headquarters EPA 33/50 tracking system; however, much work is in-
volved in utilizing this system to coordinate data and provide reports to local, State,
and Federal program managers, industry, and the public on the 33/50 program status
and results
Study Expectations: Develop timely and informative reports using and improving
existing databases on the progress of the 33/50 program in Region ffl.
Expected Travel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: William Reilly
ARTD
Phone: (215) 597-9302
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Topic Category; 92-5003 Computer Programming and Development (Air)
Study Question; How can Region m begin to utilize various media data bases on
cross-media bases?
Study Dimensions; Region HI has a multitude of data bases which are program
specific. Since there is emphasis and need for cross-media pollution prevention ef-
forts, it is important to know the activities being implemented by various programs
with regard to specific industrial facilities.
Study Expectations: Develop an outline for the integration of several data bases that
would allow an investigator easy access to multi-media environmental control effort
at individual facilities.
Expected TVavcl: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: William Reilly
ARID
Phone: (215) 597-9302
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Tonic Category; 92-5004 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: Can a public education product be created that will teach basic
water supply management to owners/ operators of noncommunity (NCWS) and
nontransient noncommunity (NTNCWS) water supplies? Can this information be
provided in a format that is interesting and easily distributed?
Study Dimensions; Many NCWSs and NTNCWs operate as businesses (e.g. facto-
ries) or non-profit orginizations (e.g. churches). There are approximately 60,000
NCWs and NTNCWs in Region 5.
The project could best be accomplished using computer software because it is easy to
disseminate, and many of the institutions described above own personal computers.
Operators could use software to learn about a number of water system management
topics including: an overview of regulations pertinent to NCWs and NTNCWs, by
system type; information on management and financial management techniques;
sampling techniques and monitoring schedules; and references for obtaining more
information on a given subject
Study Expectations; This study should yeild a set of two educational computer
software programs. The programs should allow NCWs and NTNCWs operators to
review information that is pertinent to their particular system type. The software
packages should include menus from which the user can choose a variety of topics and
subtopics. They should also include a glossary of terms. The packages should be
condensed on a personal computer or disk with average storage capacity.
Expected Travel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, Dlinios or 150 mile radius.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Christine Urban
Water Safe Drinking Water
Phone: (312) 886-9546
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Tonic Category; 92-5005 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: Can an educational software product be created that will teach
water supply operators how to detect and ameliorate the presence of lead and copper
in the water supply distribution system?
Study Dimensions; New regulations governing lead and copper in drinking water
become effective on November 7,1992. New regulations will require water system
operators to monitor their distribution systems and source water for the presence of
lead and copper. If lead or copper is detected in levels above the action level
presribed in the Rule, the system may be required to implement corrosion control or
treatment. The software package would contain an overview of the Lead and Copper
Rule, monitoring information, information on how and where to options covered
might include: pH and alkalinity adjustment, calcium adjustment, silica or phosphate-
based corrosion inhibition, ion exchange, lime softening, reverse osmosis, and coagu-
lation/ filtration.
Study Expectations; The software packages should include menus from which the
user could choose a variety of topics and subtopics. They should also include glossa-
ries of terms, and references for obtaining more information on each topic contained
in the program. The packages should be condensed enough that they can be retrieved
via a modem, and could be accomodated on a personal computer or disk with average
storage capacity.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, Dlinios or 150 mile radius
Preferred Research Period ; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Christine Urban
Water: Safe Drinking Water
Phone:(312)886-9546
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Tonic Category; 92-5006 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: Develop a sorftware program to teach and evaluate soil suitability
and site selection for beneficial use of sewage sludge to land.
Study Dimensions: The complexity of addressing the suitability of sludge applica-
tion to land requires a format to educate public waste water treatment plant operators,
as well as to educate land owners on benefits and addressment of site parameters for
existing and potential projects.
Study Expectations: Using drawn or digitized graphics, the student will develop an
interactive tutorial on basics of land application of sludge which will also include
evaluation and calculation worksheets for specific project use.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, fllinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Charles Pycha
Water Water Compliance
Phone: (312) 886-0259
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Tonic Category; 92-5007 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: Develop a software program to teach the fundamentals of activated
sludge wastewater operation and control.
Study Dimensions; Many wastewater treatment plant operators need supplemental
instruction in operation of wastewater treatment plants.
Study Expectations: The student will develop an interactive tutorial program with
evaluation and operational control forms which can be utilized at a variety of operat-
ing facilities.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, niinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Charles Pycha
Water Water Compliance
Phone: (312) 886-0259
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Topic Category; 92-5008 Computer Programming and Development
(Multi-media)
Study Question: Cany out specific upgrades of existing environmental software
packages.
Study Dimensions; Several environmental computer programs developed for EPA
Region 5 could be substantially improved by relatively minor modifications. To-
gether these modifications would correspond in impact to a major project.
Study Expectations:!. Modify the parameters of Purdue Unviversity's expert system
feedlot waste program to plan approprriate land spreading of septage and residential
sewage sludge.
2. Adapt the three U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service educational programs on wildlife
refuge management for operation on IBM-compatible computers for general use.
3. Add one additional form of on site wastewter treatment (serial distribution for
steep slopes) to the RWASTEIV technology selection and design program.
4. Upgrade the main menu on the "Private Drinking Water Systems" program and a
fuller README file explaining program structure.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
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Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, Elinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Alfred E. Krause
Water Water Compliance
Phone:(312)886-0246.
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Tonic Category; 92-5009 Computer Programming and Development
(Multi-media)
Study Question: Complete the interactive graphic software adaptions of eight of the
risk assessments questionaires of the Wisconsin Farmstead Assessment System
Study Dimensions; The Wisconsin Farmstead Assessment System (FAS) con-
sists of twelve programmed risk assessment questionaires covering the most common
pollution control situations on farms. During 1991 NNEMS students carried out
interactive graphic software adaptions of four of these programs, including petrolium
storage, pesticide storage, well site assessment and others. Eight remain to be done,
including on-site wastewater treatment, animal waste manasgement and others.
Study Expectations; The students will carry out interactive (hypertext, using the
"Knowledge Pro" shell program) graphic (drawn & digitized VGA) software
adaptions of the eight remaining programs of theNo expected travel FAS. These
adaptions will follow the same general format as those already produced.
Expected TVavel; Expected Travel Unknown.
Preferred Location for Research; Chicago, Dlinios
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Alfred E. Krause
Water: Water Compliance
Phone:(312)886-0246
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Topic Category: 92-5010 Computer Programming and Development
(Multimedia)
Study Question: Develop an expert system software program to teach environmen-
tally responsible subdivision development.
Study Dimensions: Development of residential subdivisions, shopping center
and office complexes, often involves major modifications to site topography, drainage
and groundwater patterns. These changes can create serious problems such as erosion,
flooding and groundwater contamination. In many cases, intelligent planning and
careful execution of development will not only reduce these problems but save the
developer significant amounts of time and money. Local planners and other officials
also need education on appropriate and feasible requirements for benign subdivision
development.
Study Expectations; The student will develop an educational program using expert
systems format, hypermedia, or computer-aided design (CAD) in any combination.
They will explain and illustrate environmentally sound approaches to subdivision or
other site development As a minimum, the program will show a sequence of basic
planning and construction precautions by means of visual overlays. Ideally, it will
show rough modeling or assessment (similar to the RWASTE program) of a sample
site.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Chicago, fllinios
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Alfred E. Krause
Water Compliance
Phone: (312) 886-0246
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Tonic Category: 92-5011 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question; Create a public education product to teach water conservation
operators of noncommunity, small community, and private water supplies that can be
economically distributed
Study Dimensions; The Safe Drinking Water Act requires all Community and
NonTransient NonCommunity public water supplies to monitor their water sources
for a minimum of 83 currently regulated contaminants. This monitoring, although
expensive, must be repeated at three year intervals. Provisions have been incorpo-
rated into the regulations that will allow these facilities to minimize monitoring
expenses by acquiring monitoring waivers. Waivers can reduce monitoring to 6 or
even 9 year intervals. To obtain a waiver, the water supply must provide sufficient
information to allow the State to determine the relative vulnerability of each water
source to the regulated contaminants. A major criteria to be evaluated will be identi-
fication of all possible source of conatmination. This is also the first step in imple-
mentation of a well head or watershed protection program. Software to be devel-
oped will provide instruction on how to conduct a vulnerability assessment, and
contaminant source identification. The product will additionally provide suggestions
for removing or controlling these contamination sources.
Study Expectations : This project should produce a single educational software
application that will instruct public water supply operators and private well owners in
conducting a vulnerability assesmant of their drinking water sources. The software
should be menu-driven and allow quick access to information regarding each regu-
lated contaminant. Other menu items will allow the user to access instruction on
reducing vulnerability, controlling contamination sources and treatment technique to
be employed if a water source is already contaminated.
Expected Travel; No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research; No preferred location
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Chris Urban
Safe Drinking Water Branch
Phone: (312) 886-9546
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Topic Category; 92-5012 Computer Programming and Development (Water)
Study Question: Develop interactive graphic instructional software on the control of
non-point sources of water pollution in animal production and feedlot management.
Study Dimensions: Products of animal husbandry, or the crops needed to feed
producing animals (meat, eggs, wool; or wheat, for example), are the single largest
income producer in most Midwestern states. Animal production commonly results in
enormous amounts of manure produced in small areas. Animal production and par-
ticularly feedlot operation is a major source of surface and groundwater contamination
in parts of the Midwest, southeastern and western Minnesota, for example. Most
farmers have osme knowledge of proper management, but often have only a fraction
of what they need to know.
Study Expectations; The student will develop an interactive color graphic ;
tion program on effective and economical approaches to animal waste mana=
and feedlot operation, comparable in extent and richness to the private Water
Information System developed in 1990.
Expected TVavel: Expected Travel Unknown
Preferred Location for Research: Region 5, Chicago
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Tom Davenport
Water Quality
Phone: (312) 886-0209
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Tonic Category; 92-5013 Computer Programming and Development (Air)
Study Question: What is the impact of strategies to reduce ozone precursors in
urban and rural areas?
Study Dimensions; The regional Oxient Model (ROM) is used to stimulate numer-
ous control strategies to reduce emissions of organic and nitrogen oxide precursor
emissions leading to ozone concentrations. Results are stored in the Gridded Model
Information Support System (GMISS). This study would entail acessing data, dis-
playing information, developing computer utility programs to interpret results and
helping to interpret the results.
Study Expectations: A final report which summarizes control strategies examined,
documents computer routines developed, summarizes sensitivity of ambient precursor
levies and compares results with previosly analyzed ozone outputs.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
Preferred Location for Research: Durham, North Carolina
Preferred Research Period; Summer 1992
Sponsor Information; Edwin L. Meyer
OAQPS: TSD
Phone: (919)-541-5594
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Tonic Category: 92-5014 Computer Programming and Development (Air and
Radiation)
Study Question: Can an optimal set of PC-computer based environmental assess-
ment models be assembled and tested for general distribution to States, EPA Regions,
etc.?
Study Dimensions; Collect, compile, and test environmental risk/dose assessment
models for PC use. Develop user documentation guides to make the program user
friendly.
Study Expectations: Develop a PC-computer based environmental modelling sys-
tem using tested and widely accepted models. .These models should be convenient for
inexperienced PC-computer users, yet scientifically valid.
Expected TVavel: No expected travel
«*
Preferred Location for Research: National Air and Radiation Environmental
Laboratory, Montgomery, Alabama.
Preferred Research Period: Summer 1992
Sponsor Information: Jon Broadway
NAREL
Phone: (205) 228-3434
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NNEMS Research Proposal page-Sample
Research question:
State the question and number. Paraphrase if necessary.
What are the international organizations (e.g.. World Bank, Agency for international Development (AID), Interna-
tional Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)) doing to protect wetlands and what more can they do? Ques-
tion #0000
Proposed Research Plan/Period:
Briefly describe how and when you would conduct your research on this question.
Some well-placed phone calls can save a lot of time in the library. So my investigation would begin with a week or
two of phone interviews with a range of people already familiar with (1) wetland protection issues and (2) the
impact of US AID, World Bank and IUCN policies on environmental media. I would include US AID and World
Bank program officers, UNEP officials, public interest organizations with international environmental programs,
and academic specialists as well as with people inside EPA.
Then I would select three or four organizations to represent the range of agencies active internationally (Bilateral,
Multilateral, Quasigovemmental). I would look at specific programs or projects currently underway at these
agencies to assess wedand impact I would also analyze the organizational structures and political contexts in which
these agencies operate to gain a grasp of how these factors influence their projects on wetlands, as well as the legal
authorities of these agencies.
At this point I would be starting to consider possible changes in the policies that might bring about effective
wedands protection. I would look closely at any environmental protection provisions already incorporated into
formal guidelines of these agencies to see if any could be applicable to wedand protection. For instance, US AID
requires a type of environmental impact report before its funds can be used to purchase pesticides. The World Bank
has guidelines which mandate similar assessment before pesticides are to be used. EPA and State efforts to protect
wedands might also suggest international policy options. Research period is June 1 - Sept. 31,1989
Expected End Product:
Briefly describe your expected end product
I would expect my end product to be a report summarizing the impacts these agencies are having on wetlands, along
with a substantive analysis of the legal and political factors driving these impacts. The report would also include
specific recommendations for policy changes.
Relevant Student Background/ Information:
Briefly describe your academic and/or professional experience or interests that qualify you to conduct this
research.
Though I do not have a background in wetlands protection or water issues in general, I have been working for the
past five yean on international pesticide issues. I am already familiar with some of the mechanisms currently in
place at the World Bank and US AID to regulate how their funds are used for pesticides. Last year I wrote Problem
Pesticides, Pesticide Problems, an analysis of die International Code of Conduct on die Distribution and Use of
Pesticides approved in November of 1986 by die FAO as well as a guide on how to monitor for compliance with the
code.
Please include the following information on your proposal:
• Name • Major Advisor
• University/Department • Advisor's Phone
• Home Address • Geographic Preference
• Phone Numbers with Hours Available (preferred location for the study)
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NNEMS Research Proposal page
Research question #
State the question, and number. Paraphrase if necessary.
Proposed Research Plan/Period:
Briefly describe how and when you would conduct your research on this question.
Expected End Product:
Briefly describe your expected end product
Relevant Student Background/ Information:
Briefly describe your academic and/or professional experience or interests that qualify you to conduct this
research.
Please include the following information on your proposal:
• Name • Major Advisor
• University/Department • Advisor's Phone
• Home Address • Geographic Preference
• Phone Numbers with Hours Available (preferred location for the study)
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NNEMS
SF-171
Form
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DETACH THIS PAGE—NOTE SF 171-A ON BACK
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Standard Form 171- A- Continuation Sheet for SF 171
• Attach all SF 171 -A's to your application at the top of page 3.
Name I Last. First, MiobVe Initial!
2 Social Security Nurroer
JOO Title or Announcement Number You Are Applying For
4. Date Completes
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE BLOCKS
IName ana aaaress at employer's organization (inciuog ZIP Code, it known)
Dates employed (give month, day ana year;. Averager
: hours pwweek you supervised
From: To: j
Salary or earnings
Starting I per
Ending S per
I
Your reason lor leaving
Your immediate supervisor
Name
Area Cod*: Tetepnone No.
Exact title ol your |0o
I* Fader* emewyiiieni /OMtan or mtary; list sane*, grade or
ranx and. t prommed n ta ft. t» date of your last promoaon
Description ol work: Describe your specific dunes. responsibilities and accomplishments m th* joo. including me |O6 Me(s) of any employees you supervised. // you OsscnOe
mom man one lypeo/work ftereiramp*. cvptntry ana pmming. or ptnomtl tna Oudgtt). wntt tt» tppnuimatt ptnxntagi ol amt you if>*it <**ng »acri.
I en Agrncy Use (Skill codes, etc )
1 IName and address of employer's organization (incfudt ZIP Code, it known;
Your immediate supervisor
Name | Area Code
!
Date* employed /pvt montn. day and y»v> *v«njge nun*er ot
From: To: |
Salary or eamingi
Starting t
Ending S
P»r
PW
Exact «*ol your job
TetepfwneNo.1
Number ot employees
you supervised
: Your reaaon for leaving
» FedanJ emptoymant (dviv or mtary; list senes. grade or
rank, and, tf|VuiioMinffii|ob. tfvdaMof youriaatpromoDuii
Description of wort: Dtscnbt your aptofta dubM. rupomittilitiM «nd «KCDmpti.Vtm«nti in tttit job. tnctudlnq ft>» job trtt>(«| of Pwwnrw Mwi^wnwn
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Application for Federal Employment-SF 171
Read the instructions before you complete this application. Type or print clearly in dark ink.
GENERAL INFORMATION
•« wrat «.nc oi ,00 are you aooiyng 'V u^e Me a*a arnou.^ce^e'-t -o .it any
2 Social Security Nilmoer
Birtn date iMontn. Day. Yean
S«i
^ Femaie
Birthplace rdiy and Sura or Country i
Name /Lasr. firs', i
Mailing address iinciuae apartment numoer. il any/
Slate
7 Other names ever used l».g.. maiden name, nickname, ercj
Q Home Phone
ATM Coe« NumMr
Q Worn Phone
Am Coo*
Eiltnuon
10 W*re "Ou *v*r emP|°y*d as a civilian by the Federal Government? if "NO", go to
Item 11. If "YES", mark each type of |OB you held with anTV
I I Temporary I I Career-Conditional I I Career I I Eiceoted
What is your Mgfteet grade, classification senes and |00 title'
FOR USE OF EXAMINING OFFICE ONL Y
Date enereo 'egister Form reviewed ~
Porm approved:
Option Grade
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initials and Date
Earned Veteran Augmented
Rating preference Rating
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WC^RK EXPERIENCE- // you have no work experience, write "NONE" in A below and go to 25 on page 3.
23 May we ask vour Present employer about your cfiaracter. qualifications, and work record? A 'NO' will not affect our review ol your YES NO
qualifications. If you answer 'NO' and wo need to contact your present employer before we can offer you a job. w» will contact you first.....
READ WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
• Desenbe your current or most recent 100 in Bloc* A and work Backwards.
describing each 100 you netd during the pnt 10'yeer*. K you «ere
unemployed for longer man 3 month* within the past 10 ytars. list me daws
and your addreestes) in an eipenence Mock.
• You may sum up m one Week wont (net you did more than 10 yeere ago. Bui it
thai work t* r*Med to me type of job you are applying for. describe each related
lob m a separate Mock.
e INCLUDE VOLUNTEER WORK (non-pert wont)~tl the work for » part ol me
wo/*; to like the fob yew are applying tor, complete all para of the eipenence
bloc* lust a» you would for a paying job. You may receive credit for work
enpenence witfi religious, community, welfare, service, and other orfjartt'ons.
e INCLUDE MILITARY SERVICE-You should complete ell parts of me
eipenence block just as you would tor a non-military JOB. including all
supervisory experience. Descnbe each major change of dunes or responsibilities
if) a separate experience block.
e IF YOU NEED MORE SPACE TO DESCRIBE A JOB-Use sheets of paper
me same size as this page (be sure to include at information we ask tor m A
and B bUowl^On each sheet snow your name. Sooal Security Numoer. and
the announcement number or job title.
e IF YOU NEED MORE EXPERIENCE BLOCKS, use me SF171 -A or a sheet of paper.
• IF YOU NEED TO UPDATE (ADO MORE RECENT JOBS), use the SF 172 or a
sheet of paper as Oescnoed above.
•TV Name and address of employer s organization (inckiot ZIP Code, rf known)
LeJ
Dates employed (gntmonth. day and /ear; Average rumber if Number of employees
hours per week yousupervoe
FfOflfl! TO!
Salary or earnings
Starting $ par
Ending $ per
Your reason for wanting to leave
i
I
Name
.ATM Code! Telephone No
Oncnpnon of wot: Oeecnbe your specrtie autw*. rmponofiilrties and accomplithmenti in thia job. including the job titled) ol any emptoyeee you supervise.
momffunone typfofworii (lortonftt. cvpmtrymdpainting, orptnomtlmitudgtt), wrinlh»^ppnumtmpfit»nttg»ofHm»youiptntdoingttcti.
it you descnbe
' or flgency Use (skill codes, etc )
Name and address of employer's organization l/ndudt ZIP Cod*. // known;
Your immediate supervisor
Name Area Code
Dates employed (0rv» morrffi. day and year; Average number ol Numeer of employees
hounperweek you supervised
FfOflV TOl
Salary or earnings
Staring!
Ending I
j Exact title of your job
:
Your reason lor leaving
| » Federal employmeni fcndan or miury) let series, grade or
j rank, and, if pramoM in fv (Ob, ffiediftdl your laat promotion
Description of work: Describe your specific duttee. reapontttlitiea and accomptehments in this job. including me job tjfle(s) o> any employees you supervised, ff/outfescnoe
more man one ryptotwor* (lor tant^ et^intry tnd p»nt^ or ptrtonntl »nd buOgtt). wrMttm^pnanMtptiotnago of tmt you sptnl doing tteii.
Page 2 IF YOU NEED MORE EXPERIENCE BLOCKS, USE SF m-A (SEE BACK OF INSTRUCTION PAGE).
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ATTACH ANY ADDITIONAL FORMS AND SHEETS HERE
EDUCATION
25 Old you graduate from nign scnooi
or win graduate witfim me neir rune /norms.
•res".
NO
if "YES", give month and year graduated
or received GED equivalency:
if NO", give the nigheai grade-you completed:
Wnte the name and location ran/ and state; ot me last nign scnooi you anenoeo or
•nere you obtained your GED high school equivalency.
27 Have you ever attended YES
college or graduate school' NO
tt-Yia-^xmnmwitna.
II MO", go to 31.
28 NAME AND LOCATION taty.stataaruZlP Code; OF COLLEGE OH UNIVERSITY, /f/ou expect m pad- MONTH AND VEAR9 ek— — ^- ^.^_t_ HOURS COMPLETED ****
^efltHMr ouenir
CHIEF GRADUATE SUBJECTS . NUMBER OF CREDIT
w -imp* ••• uv •"•€ »v swustw Ouanw
D D
2) 2)
3) 3)
31 if you nave completed any other ceureee or training related to the kind of jeta you are applying lor fffa
MONTH AND VEAR
NAME AND LOCATION (coy. state and ZlPCoOai OF SCHOOL ATTENDED
From To
School Name
D
City State ZIP Code
Scnooi Name
2)
City State ZIP Coda
CLASS-
ROOM
HOURS
_,
TRAMMG
SUBJECT(S) COMPLETED
SPECIAL SKILLS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND AWARDS „ . ...
Give the tin* and year ot any nonors. awards or fellowships you have r«caiv*d. List your spaoai qualifications, skills or accomphshnwms that may n*ip you g«i a |00 Some
enampits V»: stalls with computtn or O0wr macni/Ms; most important puoUcaoorx (Oo not sutomt cop»s>: puotc speaking ana wneng ttpntnct: moirtoersmo >n
pntassional or scwnMc socwftts. pawnt) or inventions: uc.
HOW many words per
minute can you:
TYPE' TAKE DICTATION'
»*/«• oerore hiring you.
34
List (ob-rattM license* or certrticates that you have, such a>: rwgutaraa nurse, (awyer; radio operanx. Omars
. ./.eu<.e »«M a languio* oeier nan EngMi
«** ,^nouja«/> AW «v >oe> aw neHM •
YES
CANPNtPAMANO
GIVE LfCTURES
4
n *YCS". list each language and ptac* an T* in each column mat applies to you.
it "MO", go to M.
CAN SPEAK AND UNDERSTAND I CAN TRANSLATE ARTICLES
CAN READ ARTICLES
FOR OWN USE
' Flumoy WMhOMcuny
1) i
2)
FtuwiDy ' Puubty intoEnaktn FromEngnn Easny Wim Didcuiiy
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REFERENCES
36
At least eiw should know you wed on • pafionai
FULL NAME OF REFERENCE
TELEPHONE NUMKRtS) PRESENT BUSMESS OR HOME ADDRESS
(Ngratr. me* tnaatrl
1)
2)
STATE ZIP CODE
1
3)
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37 Are l"3" a citizen of me United Slates "> i In most cases you must oeaU.S. citizen to oe nired. You mil be required to suomit proof of
identity and citizenship at the time you are hired.) If "NO", give the country or countries you are a citizen of:
YES NO
(NOTE: It is important that you give complete and truthful answers to questions 38 through 44. If you answer "YES" 10 any ot them, provide
^u>ur explanation! s) in Item 45. Include convictions resulting from a plea of nolo comendere (no content. Omit: 11 traffic fine* of SI00.00 or ICNV
^B any violation of law committed before your (6th birthda>: Ji any violation of law committed before your 18th birthday, if finally decided m
Wuvenile court or under a Youth Offender law; 4) any conviction set aside under the Federal Youth Corrections Act or similar State law: 5i Jn>
I conviction whose record was expunged under Federal or State law. We will consider the date, facts, and circumstances of each event >ou li">t. In
I most cases you can still be considered for Federal jobs. However, if you fail to tell the truth or fail to list all relevant events or circumstances. thi>
I may be grounds for not hiring you. for firing you after you begin work, or for criminal prosecution (18 USC 1001).
During the last 10 year*, were you fired from any job for any reason, did you quit after being told that you would be fired. or did you
leave by mutual agreement because of specific problems? .......................... . .....................................
YES
3Q
41
42
43
44
Have you ever been convicted of. or forfeited collateral for any felony violation? (Generally, a felony is defined as any violation of law
punishable by impnsonment ot longer than one year, except tor violations called misdemeanors under State law which are punishable by
impnsonment of two years or less.)
40 Have you ever been convicted of. or forfeited collateral for any firearms or explosive* violation?
Are you now under charges for any violation of law?
Ounng trie but 10 year* have you forfeited collateral, been convicted, been imprisoned, been on probation, or been on parole? Do not
include violations reported in 39.40. or4i.above
Have you ever been convicted by a military court-martial? if no military service, answer "NO"
Are you delinquent on any Federal debt? (Include delinquencies arising from Federal taxes, loans, overpayment of benefits, and other
debts to tne U.S. Government ptu* defaults on Federally guaranteed or insured loans such as student and home mortgage loans.)
" "YES" in: 38 • Explain for each job tne problem(s) and your reason(s) for leaving. Give the employer's name and address.
39 through 43 • Explain each violation. Give place of occurrence and name/address of police or court involved.
44 • Explain the type, length and amount ot the delinquency or default, and steps you are taking to correct errors or repay trie debt. Give any
identification number associated with the debt and the address of trie Federal agency involved.
NOTE: If you need more space, use a sheet of paper, and include the item number.
Item Date
No. \(MoJYr.)
I
1
Explanation
Mailing Addresa
Name of Employer,
City
Name of Employer.
City
Police. Court, or Ftotra) Agency
State ZIP Code
Police. Court, or Federal Agency
Slate ZIP Code
46
47
Do you receive, or have you ever applied for retirement pay. pension, or other pay based on military. Federal civilian, or District of
Columbia Government service?
Do any of your relatives work for the United States Government or the United States Armed Forces? Include: father: mother; husband;
wife: son: daughter: brother; sister: unde: aunt: first cousin: nephew; niece; father-tn-itw: mother-in-law; son-in-law; daughter-in-law:
brother-in-law: sister-in-law; stepfather; stepmother stepson; stepdaughter; stepbrother stepsister: half brother; and half sister........
If "YES", provide details below. If you need more space, use a sheet of paper.
! YES NO
Name
•-»-*• »-*—
FMOUfWilfp
*
Department, Agency or Branch of Armed Forces
SIGNATURE, CERTIFICATION. AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
YOU MUST SIGN THIS APPLICATION. RMd tt»» following carafully before you sign.
e A false statement on any part of your application may be grounds for not hiring you. or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished
by Tine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, title 18. section 1001).
• If you are a male bom after December 31.1959 you must be registered with the Selective Service System or have a valid exemption in order to be
eligible for Federal employment. You will be required to certify as to your status at the time of appointment.
• I understand that any information I give may be investigated as allowed by law or Presidential order.
• I consent to the release of information about my ability and fitness for Federal employment by employers, schools, law enforcement agencies and oihti
^individuals and organizations, to investigators, personnel staffing specialists, and other authorized employees of the Federal Government.
tify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of my statements are true, correct, complete, and. made in good faith.
SIGNATURE (Sign eech tppUcatton In 0»rtt Ink)
49 DATE SIGNED (Month, toy, yeur)
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