The Appalachian Laboratory Investor Network (TALIN)
Faculty at the Appalachian Laboratory will soon have the opportunity to pitch ideas for research projects to a group of conservation-focused donors. TALIN, which launches this October, will fund one project, up to $100,000, annually that sparks innovation and attempts to solve environmental challenges in Appalachia.
Increasing Research Capacity
Thanks to generous support from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) the Lab is currently upgrading both wired and wireless networks in the building. These much needed upgrades will allow our scientists and students to work with the big data involved in leading edge research.
New Appalachian Laboratory Faculty
Dr. Zach Zbinden will be joining the Appalachian Laboratory as an assistant professor on 10/1/24. Zach studies the ecology and evolution of fish and many other taxa using molecular tools.
Dr. Miriam Johnston will be joining the Appalachian Laboratory as an assistant professor on
10/1/25. Miriam studies ecosystem carbon, water, and energy cycling using remote sensing and flux measurements. Miriam completed an MS degree at the Appalachian Laboratory in 2014.
Sustainability at the Lab
The Appalachian Laboratory was awarded a grant by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) to install solar panels on our roof. We expect the solar panels to offset about 18% of our annual energy consumption. Installation is expected to begin later this fall.
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