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The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced 15 finalists advancing to the next stage of the program’s second competition — spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from enhancing energy grid security to maximizing the yield of critical minerals mining extraction to advancing quantum computing. The finalist teams, many of whom have been building their regional coalitions for a year or longer, are led by a range of organizations, including universities, nonprofits and private industry from across the United States. View a map of the NSF Engines finalists.
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ST. LOUIS – You can still receive face-to-face FEMA assistance through September 25 at both Disaster Recovery Centers in the City of St. Louis.
Impacted residents are encouraged to take advantage of this in-person assistance while it is available, if their home or personal property sustained damage not covered by insurance from the May 16 tornado. FEMA staff are helping residents with their disaster assistance applications, answering questions and uploading required documents.
Other ways to stay in touch with FEMA after September 25 include visiting DisasterAssistance.gov, calling 1-800-621-3362 and using the FEMA app.
FEMA may be able to provide money to help pay for home repairs, a temporary place to live and essential personal property that was destroyed. Impacted residents can stay in touch to ask for financial assistance for home repairs and rent, as well as other needs not covered by insurance.
FEMA Staff Available at Disaster Recovery Centers Through September 25DISASTER RECOVERY CENTER LOCATIONSHOURS OF OPERATIONUrban League Entrepreneurship and Women’s Business Center
4401 Natural Bridge Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63115Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday: ClosedUnion Tabernacle M.B. Church
626 N. Newstead Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: ClosedSmall Business Administration (SBA)
SBA’s Business Recovery Center (BRC) and Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOCs) are also providing in-person support with SBA disaster loan applications, helping applicants check their loan status, and offering guidance on funds available to businesses, nonprofits, homeowners, and renters impacted in
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The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing $6.2 million in 24 exceptional researchers who have been selected as NSF Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Research Fellows. This prestigious program aims to support early- and mid-career scientists in states that receive lower levels of NSF funding, helping them to establish a strong foundation for or relaunch their research careers.
The EPSCoR Research Fellows (ERF) program offers numerous benefits to fellows, including financial support, mentorship opportunities and access to cutting-edge research facilities. The fellows will receive funding and support from NSF to pursue their research projects and establish strong collaborations at national research facilities. ERF also supports fellows in establishing themselves as leaders in their fields and making valuable contributions to the scientific community.
“EPSCoR is a national program that ensures our federal research dollars reach every corner of our nation, and that the Americans who live in these 25 states and territories have the same opportunities to be part of the STEM workforce, access to world-class facilities and partnerships- all of which unlock breakthroughs that wouldn’t happen otherwise.” said Brian Stone, performing the duties of the NSF director. “By funding Research Fellows, the American taxpayers are directly investing in the next generation of discoveries that create jobs, strengthen local economies, and expand America’s innovation capacity.”
The 24 researchers selected as EPSCoR Research Fellows represent
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DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in the cities of Bruceville-Eddy, Golinda, Lott, Marlin and Rosebud and the unincorporated areas of Falls County, Texas.
Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. Community residents can identify any concerns or questions about the information provided and participate in the appeal and comment periods for the maps.
This is Falls County’s first complete set of digital FIRMs. These maps serve multiple purposes, including defining Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs). SFHAs are areas at high risk for flooding. Community leaders can use these maps to make informed decisions about building standards and development that will make the community more resilient and lessen the impacts of a flooding event.
FEMA stresses that flooding can and does happen outside of the most vulnerable areas.
Review the preliminary flood maps by visiting the local floodplain administrator (FPA). A FEMA Map Specialist can help identify community FPAs. Specialists are available by telephone at 877-FEMA-MAP (877-336-2627) or by email at [email protected].
The preliminary maps may also be viewed online:
For more information about the flood maps:
There are cost-saving options available for those newly mapped into a high-risk flood zone. Learn more about your flood insurance options by talking with your insurance
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