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  • Apply Now for Water Research Funding

    Our new research funding opportunity is open for applications until September 14th.

    Assessing Perchlorate Occurrence in Ambient Waters Following The Usage of Fireworks Request for Applications (RFA)

  • Research to Enhance Wildfire Readiness

    Together with the U.S. Forest Service, we are leading a unique multidisciplinary and interagency study that is expected to offer assistance with planning for smoke events from fires. 

    Partners Collaborate in Smoke-Ready Communities Research to Enhance Local Readiness for Wildfires

  • EPA’s Summer Science Institute

    EPA’s Research Triangle Park staff hosted 24 students for this year's Summer Science Institute. The students explored various topics and career options through hands-on activities, career explorations, tours of the campus, and networking opportunities with EPA experts.

    School is in Session! EPA’s Summer Science Institute brings EPA Science to NC Students

  • EPA Vision for Participatory Science

    EPA envisions a future where all parts of society are increasingly engaged and empowered to help advance scientific knowledge and inform environmental protection actions.

    Read Using Participatory Science at EPA: Vision and Principles.

Science is the foundation for EPA's credible decision-making to safeguard human health and ecosystems from pollutants. The Office of Research and Development is EPA's scientific research arm. On this page you can access our products, tools, and events, and learn about grant and job opportunities.

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