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National Institute of Social Sciences (NISS) Dissertation Grant Program

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NISS Dissertation Grants are designed to support outstanding Ph.D. students who need additional resources to complete doctoral work that promises to significantly advance their fields of study. NISS anticipates making two to four grants in amounts ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 each . NISS may consider granting larger amounts on a case-by-case basis.

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April 15, 2024

Eligibility

NISS seeks projects in the fields of Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology , and Sociology. Interdisciplinary projects that include one or more of these fields as a major component may also be considered.

Application Process

Eligible doctoral students at the University of Chicago must apply to be nominated through UChicagoGRAD. Each application should include the following:

Curriculum Vitae

A personal statement of no more than 750 words describing the project, the planned uses for money requested, and any relevant skills (i.e., statistics, foreign languages).

A one-page project budget

A letter of support from your academic sponsor that addresses (1) your academic qualifications and (2) the merits of your research

Please submit all applications to Margaret Kurkoski at [email protected] no later than April 15, 2024 at 11:59PM CT.

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National Institute of Social Sciences launches 2023 Dissertation Grants Program

The National Institute of Social Sciences is pleased to launch its 2023 Dissertation Grants Program. NISS Dissertation Grants are designed to support outstanding Ph.D. students who need additional resources to complete doctoral work that promises to significantly advance their fields of study. Nomination packets due to UCSB by May 1.

The National Institute of Social Sciences is pleased to launch its 2023 Dissertation Grants Program . NISS Dissertation Grants are designed to support outstanding Ph.D. students who need additional resources to complete doctoral work that promises to significantly advance their fields of study.

For 2023, NISS is seeking nominations in the fields of Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology . Interdisciplinary projects that include one or more of these fields as a major component may also be considered.

Award For 2023, NISS again anticipates making two to four grants in amounts ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 each . NISS may consider granting larger amounts on a case-by-case basis. Grants may be used to cover any necessary expenses related to completing a dissertation, including but not limited to travel to a library or archive, photography or photocopying, field research, and conference support (including fees, childcare, and per diem).

Nomination Process and Deadline Each nomination must include the following information, uploaded via the application portal:

• The nominee's CV
• The nominee's personal statement of no more than 750 words describing the project, the planned uses for money requested, and any relevant skills (i.e., statistics, foreign languages) the nominee possesses
• A one-page project budget
• A letter of support from the nominee's academic sponsor that addresses (1) the nominee's academic qualifications and (2) the merits of the nominee's research

UC Santa Barbara can submit TWO nominations. Please submit all of the required documents by Monday, May 1 , to [email protected] .

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To innovate new policy solutions, researchers need unrestricted funding that gives them the freedom to pursue novel ideas.

Recent research indicates that unrestricted fellowships funding “people, not projects” are more likely to accelerate scientific innovation, relative to restricted research grants. For example, recipients of fellowships awarded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, which “tolerates early failure, rewards long-term success, and gives its appointees great freedom to experiment,” are 96 percent more likely to produce breakthrough research, relative to grantees of the National Institutes of Health, who are “subject to short review cycles, predefined deliverables, and renewal policies unforgiving of failure” ( Azoulay et al 2011 ). Observers have called for increased use of unrestricted fellowships to increase “research autonomy and risk taking” in science ( Cowen and Collison 2019 ).

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Dissertation Grants

The National Institute of Social Sciences (NISS) invites nominations for its 2022 Dissertation Grants Program. NISS Dissertation Grants are designed to support outstanding Ph.D. students who need resources to complete doctoral work that promises to significantly advance their fields of study. Any accredited U.S. university that awards doctoral degrees in the social sciences is eligible to nominate a graduate student for an NISS Dissertation Grant.

For 2022, NISS seeks nominations in the fields of  Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology . Interdisciplinary projects that include one or more of these fields as a major component may also be considered. 

• Duke Internal: April 19, 2022
• The submission deadline for this year’s competition is May 8, 2023

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Eligibility requirements.

Any accredited U.S. university that grants doctoral degrees in the appropriate social science fields is eligible to nominate a graduate student to receive an NISS Dissertation Grant. Each university may nominate up to three (3) candidates per grant period. If a university nominates more than one candidate, they may come from one or more of the disciplines listed above.

Amount Description

For 2022, NISS anticipates making two to four grants in amounts ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 each . NISS may consider granting larger amounts on a case-by-case basis.

Funding Type

Eligibility, internal nomination.

Owing to the sponsor's restriction on the number of applications that may be submitted from Duke, anyone wishing to pursue nomination should submit the following materials as one PDF.

Required materials:

The nominee’s CV 

The nominee’s personal statement of no more than 750 words describing the project, the planned uses for money requested, and any relevant skills (i.e., statistics, foreign languages) the nominee possesses

A one-page project budget

A letter of support from the nominee’s academic sponsor that addresses (1) the nominee’s academic qualifications and (2) the merits of the nominee’s research (letters of support can also be sent directly to [email protected] )

Internal application link: https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/QTDUxS  

Instructions for creating an account (if needed) and submitting your materials:  https://ctsi.duke.edu/about-myresearchproposal

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The CISSR Dissertation Completion Grant provides funding and office space for doctoral students in the final year of the dissertation. CISSR supports doctoral research on international, transnational, and global questions. Dissertation fellows are expected to engage with others at CISSR and contribute to intellectual life of the Center. Fellows are asked to acknowledge CISSR support in all related publications and submit an end-of-year report.

• Eligibility: University of Chicago doctoral candidates in the Division of Social Sciences who plan to defend the dissertation in the coming academic year are eligible.
• Support: the award is a residential fellowship, in which fellows are provided shared office space in Pick Hall 102 and a $5,000 research allowance that can be used for travel, computing, books, or conference costs.

The application portal will open  February 6, 2024  and close on  March 31, 2024 . 

Requirements

• Candidate’s CV
• Cover Letter (maximum of 1000 words)
• Dissertation Précis (maximum 2000 words)

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Deadline to submit applications:  March 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM (CT)

For questions, please contact CISSR at [email protected] .

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Social Sciences – Dissertation Research Improvement Grant

Application deadline:.

• Proposals are due by 11:45pm, Sunday, March 28, 2021
• Estimated Number of Awards: 5
• Anticipated Funding Amount per Award: $5,000

Information:

The Social Sciences Research Institute awards Dissertation Research Improvement Grants (DRIG) of up to $5,000 support or partially support dissertation research projects proposed by graduate students in the School of Social Sciences who have completed their coursework and who have advanced to candidacy or will advance to candidacy by the time the DRIG awards are made. All subject areas and methodologies within the School will be considered equally. For more detailed information, please visit the grant's homepage .

Please contact Chris Rodriguez .

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Pre-Dissertation Research Grants

The Social Sciences Research Institute provides Pre-Dissertation Research (PDR) grants of up to $3,000 to support expenses related to preliminary dissertation research for graduate students in the School of Social Sciences. All subject areas and methodologies within the School will be considered equally. Usually, PDR applicants will be in their second to fourth year of graduate study. The PDR grants are intended for exploratory research that will enable the student to conduct a pilot or other preliminary projects to formulate a dissertation plan. This initial work should allow the student to prepare a more robust dissertation and submit more competitive dissertation research applications to other internal or external funding sources. For students ready to embark on their dissertation research project fully, the SSRI’s Dissertation Research Improvement Grant competition is more appropriate.

Proposals will be evaluated by the School’s Faculty Advisory Committee (FAC), chaired by the Dean of Social Sciences, and a six-member panel of faculty, one from each department (Sport Management excepted).

Awards have a duration of 18 months. No-cost extensions will not be granted, and the SSRI will reclaim any remaining funds. Students may only receive one PDR grant during their graduate career at Rice.

Application Deadline (Due by 11:45 p.m. CST)

Fall: Sunday, October 29, 2023 Spring: Sunday, March 24, 2024

Award Information (FY24)

Estimated Number of Awards: 8 Anticipated Funding Amount per Award: $3,000 The expected start dates are as follows: Fall cycle on January 1st, and Spring cycle on July 1st.

Eligibility

Students must be currently registered Rice University graduate students in a Social Science discipline.

Proposal Guidelines and Application Packets

Submit the completed online PDR application by the deadline (the online PDR application may be found at the bottom of this page). Incomplete applications will not be considered for funding.

Prepare all materials using a minimum of 11-point Arial or Times New Roman font, with one-inch margins. Upload as a PDF. Be sure to include the following:

• The proposal narrative (single-spaced, three pages maximum) should discuss the preliminary research proposed and explain how it is preparatory to and expected to strengthen the anticipated dissertation research. The research question of interest and the methods used should be clearly defined and accessible to a non-specialist academic audience. Explain how and why this research question is significant and innovative in the context of existing literature in the discipline. Explain the anticipated end product of the research and its role in the dissertation. In a separate section, outline your schedule for the proposed research. Indicate when you plan to begin the proposed research, where it will be conducted, and when it will end.
• List of references cited. Each reference should include the names of all authors (in the same sequence in which they appear in the publication), the article and journal title, book title, volume number, page numbers, and year of publication.
• Potential funding sources for dissertation research. Include a list of possible funding sources to which you might apply.
• Itemized budget and justification, maximum of two pages. Be sure to include the item, cost, quantity, and rationale for each item. Examples of allowable grant expenses include, but are not limited to, ­research-related travel (meal expenses and conference travel are not allowed), human subject payments, supplies, software, data set purchases, and other miscellaneous research expenses. The maximum budget amount is $3,000. There is no minimum.
• A curriculum vita, maximum of two pages
• A letter from the student’s advisor is required and should be submitted to Chris Rodriguez at [email protected] .This letter should discuss the significance and feasibility of the research and its preliminary role in the student’s dissertation plan. This letter must be received no more than three business days after the PDR proposal deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the letter has been submitted by this deadline .

Evaluation Criteria

The primary criteria are the significance of the proposed research, its feasibility within the planned timeframe, and its potential to enhance or improve future dissertation research and competitive funding applications. The FAC panel will more readily appreciate these aspects of the proposal if written clearly and for a non-specialist academic audience.

Successful Applications

Those who receive a PDR grant are required to submit two additional pieces of information:

• A 1-2 page research report should be submitted to the SSRI within 60 days of the award's expiration. There is no specific report format that must be followed. Still, reports typically include information such as a summary of the research and results, how the actual results differed from the expected results (if applicable), and how the preliminary results have impacted the dissertation plans. It is not necessary to provide a detailed financial report of how the funds were spent, but it is helpful to include a summary of how the budget needs to be changed during the research in the information.
• If additional dissertation support is received from an outside agency or a Rice funding source after the SSRI PDR grant is received, please let Chris know and provide award information (sponsor, the amount received, etc.).

If you cannot scroll through the complete application form, click on a field within the application and use your tab key to navigate to the attachments section of the form.

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Uw earthlab announces 2024-25 innovation grants projects for climate & social justice.

UW EarthLab awards $400,000 to develop actionable research at the intersection of climate change & social justice, making a positive impact on people’s lives and livelihoods

March 28,2024

Today EarthLab announced that five community-centered teams have been selected for the 2024-25 Innovation Grants program. Each team will receive $80,000 to research and develop new and actionable knowledge on community-driven projects at the intersection of climate change and social justice. To date, EarthLab has awarded nearly two million dollars in Innovation Grant funding to 29 transdisciplinary teams across five cohorts.

The Innovation Grants Program invests in collaborations that span academic disciplines, engage multiple sectors and center community questions that are taking equitable action on climate change. This year, 33 teams submitted letters of intent to apply to the Request for Proposals (RFP), of which 12 full proposals were submitted. Proposals were evaluated by a 10-member review committee that included faculty and staff from several disciplines and community partners from outside of the university. 

Winning project teams include faculty from a range of disciplines at the University of Washington, including environmental & forest sciences, landscape architecture, civil & environmental engineering, French & Italian studies, marine & environmental affairs, international studies, global health, architecture, management & organization, and more. Partners from beyond the university include Tribal leaders and communities, city governments, community organizers and other universities.

“One of the greatest challenges for addressing climate change in my community is finding partnerships to conceptualize and materialize solutions,” shared Leydiana Menacho, Community Lead for the project Healing Amazonian Soils with Science and Indigenous Artisanry: Implementing Community-Based Composting System in the Urban Amazon. “I believe the EarthLab grant provide[s] us with the opportunity to consolidate a team and the support needed to refine and implement our ideas to introduce composting systems in the Amazon for the benefits of our ecosystems and people.”

In addition to the funds awarded, Innovation Grant recipients receive administrative and communications support throughout the eighteen month award period. All teams are part of our fifth grants cohort, which are workshop-style meetings designed to share resources on interdisciplinary and community-engaged research, create the opportunity for co-learning and networking, and to provide a structured space to work collaboratively on their projects. Final products intended to make a positive impact on people and communities are due by September 25, 2025. 

Learn more about the Innovation Grants program here and check back often for news regarding the Cohort 1 , Cohort 2 , Cohort 3 & Cohort 4 funded projects.

This Year’s Funded Projects

In the hands of future generations: tribal youth and uw students responding to climate grief through restoration action, research, and video storytelling.

This project focuses on climate grief amongst Indigenous and non-indigenous youth. This project expands an ongoing collaboration between the University of Washington and Chief Leschi Schools to include non-governmental, government agencies, and the Nisqually Tribe. Students will come to better understand their climate grief. Indigenous youth will learn about their culture and roles as environmental stewards. Through various creative workshops leading to food forest restoration projects on two Indigenous land sites, youth leadership and intercultural education will be fostered. A video will be created about this process and disseminated widely. Multiple methods will be used to assess how this process and outputs impact youth climate grief. Masters theses will lead to a peer reviewed journal article.

Research Team: Principal Investigator: Patrick Christie, Professor, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs

Community Lead : Binah McCloud (Puyallup), Director of Student Success and Culture, Chief Leschi Schools

UW Co-Investigator: Jonathan Warren, Professor, UW Seattle College of Arts & Sciences, Jackson School of International Studies

UW Students:  Kayley Pingeon, Graduate student, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs Thor Belle, Student- Graduate, Graduate student, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs

Collaborators:  Marc Brouillet, Community Collaborator, Superintendent, Chief Leschi Schools Yvette Duenas (Puyallup), Academic Collaborator, Teacher, Chief Leschi Schools Hanford McCloud (Nisqually), Community Collaborator, Only One Senior Fellow, Nisqually Tribe John Weller, Academic Collaborator, Only One Senior Fellow, Only One Derek Churchill, Community Collaborator, Forest Health Scientist, Washington Department of Natural Resources Keith Secola (Anishinaabe), Community Collaborator, Musician, Native American Production Cooperative Aidan McCloud, Community Collaborator, Executive Director, Nisqually Land Trust Jeanette Dorner, Community Collaborator, Executive Director, Nisqually Land Trust Ashley Blazina-Cooper, Community Collaborator, Environmental Justice and Western WA Forest Health Planner, Washington Department of Natural Resources

Catalyzing Just Circular Communities: A Feasibility Study of a Large-Scale Anaerobic Biodigester to Generate Hyper-local, Community-Owned Clean Energy Infrastructure in Seattle’s South Park

The Just Circular Communities (JCC) collaboration is a community-initiated movement to develop community-envisioned, owned, and managed hyper-localized circular economies for Frontline communities. Such circular systems and infrastructure have the potential to address systemic displacement, economic stagnation, and resilience in communities that experience the worst effects of climate change through material recovery that maintains local resources and place-based employment. One example of a resource recovery infrastructure is an anaerobic biodigester. By converting food waste into probiotic plant food and clean energy in the form of biogas for fuel and/or electricity, the biodigester can serve as a catalyst for a community-scale circular economy that supports a shift away from fossil fuels and privatization of essential goods and services and toward shared resources and community-benefitting infrastructures.

This project engages in a feasibility study of a large-scale anaerobic biodigester for the South Park neighborhood of Seattle. Our transdisciplinary team includes a novel mix of designers, engineers, planners, and economists that will collaborate with existing community partners in South Park to ensure the project aligns with community visions. The project will generate a schematic design for a biodigester co-developed through participatory design methods, a financial feasibility study and business plan for the biodigester’s operation and end-product markets, and complete economic contributions analysis to assess the broader social and economic benefits of the pilot project. Outcomes of the study will be gathered in a feasibility report for the development, installation, and short and long-term implementation of a large scale pilot anaerobic biodigester that documents the environmental, social, and economic benefits of the project. The accessible dissemination of project findings to the community is a main priority of the team. Results will be shared via a community meeting with a multimedia exhibit, and published on the JCC website where community members within South Park, the Duwamish Valley, and beyond can engage with the data generated by the project.

Research Team:

Principal Investigator: Catherine De Almeida, Associate Professor, UW Seattle College of Built Environments, Landscape Architecture

Community Lead: Edwin Alberto Hernandez Reto, Project Coordinator, Duwamish Valley Sustainability Association (DVSA)

UW Co-Investigators:   Gundula Proksch, Associate Professor, UW Seattle College of Built Environments, Architecture Christian Primack Metcalfe, Affiliate Instructor of Entrepreneurship, UW Seattle Michael G. Foster School of Business, Department of Management and Organization

UW Student: Sarah Chu, Graduate student, UW Seattle College of Built Environments, Landscape Architecture

Collaborators:  Todd Schindler, Community Collaborator, Project Coordinator, Duwamish Valley Sustainability Association (DVSA) Michelle Benetua, Community Collaborator, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Programs, Seattle Parks Foundation Nathanial Trull, Academic Collaborator, Associate, ECOnorthwest Todd Schindler, Community Collaborator, Project Coordinator, Duwamish Valley Sustainability Association (DVSA) Bonnie Gee Yosick, Academic Collaborator, Senior Economic Advisor, ECOnorthwest Brian Allen, Academic Collaborator, Business Consultant, 360 Social

Fish, fire, food, and floodplains: Healing place and people

It’s all connected, and it all starts with water. That’s how Klamath Tribal members with the Ambodat Department summed up the motivation for this project. Ambodat is the Klamath word for in, at, or on the water. Water shortages, toxic algae, federally listed endangered sucker fish, vulnerable salmon returning after long-sought dam removal, and on-going degradation of habitat for other first foods all threaten the resilience of those dependent on the ecosystems of the Upper Klamath Basin in south central Oregon. These challenges result, at least in part, from more than a century of imbalance in land use practices, including fire suppression and water diversion, that favor short-term profits and industrial agriculture.

Climate-adapted restoration of ecosystems that regulate water quality, storage, and delivery is a critical step toward promoting social justice in this region. To support this effort, we will generate a landscape-level inventory of incised channels that disconnect streams from floodplains for the Klamath Reservation (~1.2 million acres). Reconnecting streams with floodplains improves water quality and quantity by trapping sediment and agricultural runoff, increasing water storage, and slowing flow rates so that winter precipitation lingers longer into the summer drought season. Our project stems from the urgent need for landscape-level restoration and the demonstrated potential for rapid and cascading benefits from restoring landscape patterns and ecosystem functions. In addition to delivering continuous, comprehensive, landscape-level inventories and maps of incised channels, disconnected floodplains, and wetland potential, we will develop a story map that illustrates the scope of the challenge and the potential for recovery of ecosystems that regulate water supply and are biodiversity hotspots. Living memory and traditional knowledge personalize the radical changes that limit access to first foods (including the first of these, water) on the Klamath Tribes’ home lands. Climate warming compounds long-term challenges, and extreme droughts in recent years exacerbate water scarcity, a recurring challenge in the Upper Klamath Basin. Our story map will describe how climate-adapted restoration of streams and floodplains could provide multiple benefits to the region by restoring landscape patterns that regulate water storage and delivery.

Principal Investigator: L. Monika Moskal, Professor; Director, Precision Forestry Cooperative, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental & Forest Sciences

Community Lead: Debbie Johnson, Principal, Applegate Forestry LLC

UW Co-Investigator: Brittany Johnson, Assistant Professor, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental & Forest Sciences

UW Student: TBD, PhD student or candidate, Seattle UW Seattle College of the Environment School of Environmental & Forest Sciences

Collaborators:  Meghan Halabisky, Academic Collaborator, Research Scientist, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental & Forest Sciences Keala Hagmann, Academic Collaborator, Affiliate Assistant Professor, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental & Forest Sciences Shahnie Rich, Community Collaborator, Environmental Scientist, The Klamath Tribes Ambodat Department Brad Parrish, Community Collaborator, Water Rights Specialist, The Klamath Tribes Ambodat Department

Healing Amazonian Soils with Science and Indigenous Artisanry: Implementing Community-Based Composting System in the Urban Amazon

Composting is a core climate change adaptation and mitigation strategy in major cities, yet experiences are limited in low- and middle-income countries. Iquitos, a city with half a million people in the Peruvian Amazon, faces challenges with an unreliable waste collection system, leading to waste accumulation that harms ecosystems, public health, and water sources, particularly affecting vulnerable Indigenous communities living on river floodplains. 60% of this waste is organic and compostable. A multidisciplinary team of UW, Peruvian researchers, young activist residents from Iquitos, and the Kukama Indigenous community partnered to design a city-wide composting system and an implementation plan. To achieve both goals, the team utilizes a “design thinking” approach that starts by documenting the perspectives of community stakeholders. Subsequently, the academic team will research and experiment with composting systems in situ. Later, the team will organize co-creation sessions to design the composting and implementation plan with the residents of Iquitos and the Kukama community. The Kukamas produce traditional pottery art, utilizing clay from the Amazon basin rivers, natural local pigments, and wood collected from the shores for their ovens. This sustainable and traditional art serves as inspiration for designing elements in the composting system, particularly the compost bin. Additional workshops, requested and co-organized by the Kukamas, aim to improve their techniques and business model in anticipation of large-scale implementation. Once the composting system and the implementation plan are conceptualized, they will be implemented in a pilot in 30 households. Participants will receive a Kukama compost bin, supplies, tools, educational materials, and training on how to use and maintain the system. Over eight months, the team will assess the performance of the composting system, implementation, and health and hygiene practices. The results of this first cycle will be compiled in a final report and presented in seminars at the National University of the Peruvian Amazon, with the participation of the Kukama community and Iquitos’ residents, as well as at the University of Washington. After this project, the partnership will continue working on the long-term vision and utilize the pilot’s results to craft the next steps for expanding the program city-wide.

Principal Investigator: Rebecca Neumann, Associate Professor, UW Seattle College of Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Community Lead: Leydiana Menacho, Community Leader, Kukama Compost

UW Co-Investigators:   Joseph Zunt, Professor, UW Seattle School of Public Health, Global Health Rebecca Bachman, Lecturer, UW Seattle College of Built Environments, Landscape Architecture

UW Student: Coco Alarcon, a PhD student, UW Seattle School of Public Health, Global Health and Implementation Science

Collaborators:  Sally Brown, Academic Collaborator, Research Professor, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental and Forest Sciences Ranulfo Segundo Meléndez Celis, Academic Collaborator, Professor

Life, In Spite of It All: Water, Wetlands, and Reclamation in a Changing Climate

Our project in southern Mauritania centers the voices and experiences of the Haalpulaar’en community of Khareirat and its relationship with Tambass, a 4,400-acre wetlands area. Mauritania has always been hot and arid, but it is now experiencing increasingly wild oscillations between drought (e.g., 2020-2022) and periods of violent rain and flooding (August 2022, July 2023). The country’s few wetlands provide crucial flood-control and water-storage buffers, among other ecosystem services, in an increasingly unpredictable hydrologic context. Against this already fraught backdrop, human actors recently drained Tambass, a critical water source for the herders of Khareirat, their animals, migratory birds, and countless other life forms. Without some type of intervention, the wetland will disappear, like so many others. In the meantime, the diversion eliminated the Haalpulaar’en community’s primary source of water and left the nearby wells upon which they depend unreliable, amplifying the already significant effects of climate change. Quite simply, the hydrocommons of Tambass and the social-ecological cultures it supports are at risk of vanishing. Our interdisciplinary project, codesigned with local partners and the community of Khareirat, aims to bring attention and imagine alternatives to the situation in Tambass, with hopes of restoring water flow to the wetland while illuminating and activating the creativity, agency, and lifeworlds of the communities there, even amidst loss. Through a documentary film developed in partnership with the community and Oscar-nominated filmmakers Aberrahmane Sissako and Kessen Tall, we explore the community’s attempts to live with major hydrologic changes and discover possibilities of action and repair. A qualitative + quantitative-data wetlands map will integrate remotely sensed data about water resources and the lived experience of the Haalpulaar’en into a pilot water bodies monitoring app (with Digital Earth Africa). Finally, historical analysis of drying events will inform how partial restoration might proceed, while we collaboratively build scientific capacity for community knowledge, planning, and self-advocacy via new relationships with local and regional partners. All project activities aim to embody the mutually enriching potential of actionable humanities and science – as forms of reclamation and “repairing the world,” recurrent themes in African art, performance, storytelling, and being in the world. 

Research Team: 

Principal Investigator: Richard Watts, Associate Professor, UW Seattle College of Arts & Sciences, French and Italian Studies

Community Leads:   Abderrahmane Sissako, Co-director of AME, Filmmaker, Association Mauritanienne pour l’Environnement (AME) Kessen Tall, Co-Director of AME, screenwriter, Association Mauritanienne pour l’Environnement (AME)

UW Co-Investigator: Daniel Hoffman, Professor, UW Seattle College of Arts & Sciences, Jackson School of International Studies

UW Student: TBD. Graduate student.  

Collaborators:  Meghan Halabisky, Academic Collaborator, remote-sensing ecologist, UW College of the Environment/Digital Earth Africa, UW Seattle College of the Environment, School of Environmental and Forest Sciences Maureen Ryan, Academic Collaborator, Owner and principal, Dark Creature LLC Lisa Rebelo, Academic Collaborator, interpreter, affiliated with Digital Earth Africa Abou Sow, Community Collaborator, interpreter, affiliated with Association mauritanienne pour l’environnement Sidi Cheiguer, Community Collaborator, interpreter, freelance filmmaker, affiliated with Association mauritanienne pour l’environnement Amadou Sall, Academic Collaborator, Wetland Lead for West Africa, Centre de suivi écologique Dakar, Senegal

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Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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