Maine EPSCoR Annual Report (2019-2020)

RII Track-4: Diffuse Optical Imaging for Early Detection of Diabetic Polyneuropathy October 2018 – September 2021 (estimated)

NSF EPSCoR RII Track-4 awards provide opportunities for non-tenured investigators to further develop their individual research potential through extended collaborative visits to the nation’s premier private, governmental, or academic research centers. During these visits, the EPSCoR Research Fellows learn new techniques, develop collaborations, benefit from access to unique equipment and facilities, and/or shift their research toward transformative new directions. These benefits to the Fellows are expected to improve the research capacity of their institutions and jurisdictions more broadly.

Project Leadership: • PI: Karissa Tilbury

Award Amount: $162,450 (to date)

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE

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Maine EPSCoR Annual Report (2019-2020)

Published on Jan 14, 2021

University of Maine

Amidst challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, NSF EPSCoR-funded research and activities across the state have proven themselves to be resilient. Over the past year, ME EPSCoR has had the great pleasure of participating in and supporting some of the state’s most innovative research. These efforts have made important social, economic, and educational impacts on the state of Maine. The achievements and discoveries highlighted in this annual report only graze the surface of what has been accomplished, and of what is surely yet to come. The faculty, students, and staff mentioned within these pages have exhibited perseverance through this year’s challenges, and deserve our recognition. Maine EPSCoR is thankful for those who have continued interest in our work. We hope this annual report showcases our enthusiasm for the future, and provides you with a first-hand look at some of the most exciting research taking place in the beautiful state of Maine.