This program provides fellowships at The Ohio State University for research on topics relevant to:

• Polar and alpine environments
• Global climate change

The Ice Core Research Expansion will

• Increase Ice Core Storage (Currently at Capacity)
• Preserve Ice Cores for the Future
• Enhance Research Lab and Educational Spaces

Supports undergraduate research, including:

• Travel and/or registration costs
• Laboratory supplies, publication expenses, and future fieldwork

Support Byrd Center education and outreach activities, including:

• Group tours and visits
• Events and activities hosted at the Byrd Center

For support of the State Climate Office of Ohio at the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center, including:

• Stipend and travel
• Research equipment and upgrades

Supports Byrd Center:

• Research needs
• Hosted workshops/conferences
• Polar Library acquisitions