# Collaborative Research: REU Site: DEsigning Sedimentation and Tectonics Research Experiences for Student Success (DE-STRESS)

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · University of Cincinnati Main Campus (OH) · $130,499

## Abstract

This new collaborative REU Site hosted by California State University San Bernardino and the University of Cincinnati aims to recruit junior-level university students and sophomore-level community college students into geosciences educational and career tracks through year-long, cohort-based, authentic geologic research experiences that also include professional development training. The research activities center on resolving the movement history of the southern San Andreas fault (SAF) system, providing a unique opportunity to both further scientific understanding of this significant and hazardous fault and increase awareness of the societal importance of geoscience research and careers. Although much is known about the recent history (past 10,000 years) and the origin of the SAF system ~18-20 million years ago, less is known about its evolution during the intervening time. The goal of this REU is to help fill this knowledge gap by applying a combination of field-based and lab-based techniques in two-week field and lab components. This unconventional schedule will facilitate participation by students for whom a traditional summer research experience is not feasible. The project plan as well as student recruitment activities will broaden awareness of geoscience research and careers and their significance for society, while strengthening connections between 2-yr and 4-yr geoscience programs in southern California and the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana tristate area. The research will a

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2447390
- **Awardee organization:** University of Cincinnati Main Campus (OH)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** DZ4YCZ3QSPR5
- **PI:** Daniel M Sturmer
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** REU SITE-Res Exp for Ugrd Site
- **Estimated total:** $130,499
- **Funds obligated:** $130,499
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2028

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2447390

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2447390, Collaborative Research: REU Site: DEsigning Sedimentation and Tectonics Research Experiences for Student Success (DE-STRESS). Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-08 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2447390. Licensed CC0.

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