1. Mission: To catalyze the development of the technological and intellectual resources needed to enhance quality of life through enlightened environmental stewardship. www.purdue.edu/dp/environment ■ (765) 494-5146 ■ 301 Exponent Bldg. Center for the Environment Vision: To be a leader in translating research into innovative environmental solutions and creating human capital needed to address grand environmental challenges.

2. Key areas of research include… Environmental sensors and monitoring networks for protecting water, soil, air, and human and animal health New models for predicting and managing environmental change Computational tools for understanding environmental data Re-engineering industrial processes and materials to reduce wastes and increase profits Understanding biodiversity and species loss Watershed management strategies for improving surface water quality www.purdue.edu/dp/environment ■ (765) 494-5146 ■ 301 Exponent Bldg. Center for the Environment

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4. Sensory Landscapes and Intelligent Monitoring Goals Create new sensors and methods to monitor low levels of environmental contaminants quickly, and cost effectively Faster response and treatment of environmental challenges Outcomes Currently 8 new technologies under development Microfluidic sensors for biological and chemical contaminants www.purdue.edu/dp/environment ■ (765) 494-5146 ■ 301 Exponent Bldg. Center for the Environment

5. Decision Support Tools Goals -Develop and deliver new tools to planners to test scenarios and find the best sites for developing businesses and housing, while maintaining the most sensitive natural resource areas Geographic information systems data used for a web- based decision support tool being developed by C4E and Cyber Center www.purdue.edu/dp/environment ■ (765) 494-5146 ■ 301 Exponent Bldg. Outcomes -Web-based tools for managing air, water, and land resources as part of the TeraGrid recources Center for the Environment

6. Engaging students, local communities, citizens, businesses, and scientists through innovative programs and events www.purdue.edu/dp/environment ■ (765) 494-5146 ■ 301 Exponent Bldg. Goals Deliver solutions and information to important stakeholders through public education, technology transfer, and technical assistance Produce students prepared to address grand environmental challenges Outcomes Programs like Rivers Rally have delivered valuable information on watershed planning and management to over 300 people in Indiana Approximately 20 students participating in Ecological Sciences and Engineering Graduate Program activities in its first year Center for the Environment