Biosecurity Assistantship

Western Colorado University’s Masters in Environmental Management (MEM) program is offering a $10,000 fellowship for a graduate student project working at the intersections of biological security and technology to inform mitigation of threats to our environment(s). The global pandemic beginning in 2020 has brought new attention to microbiological life and how such threats affect nearly all elements of human life (from the world economy to homeland security). In addition, emerging research is revealing the system-wide impacts of common pollutants affecting human and ecosystem health. Previous fellows have developed research papers and literature summaries related to abatement of PFAS chemicals, indoor air pollutants, and more. Topics and deliverables will be determined in conversation with your MEM mentor and the Clark School Dean. For more information, please reach out to MEM@western.edu.