# NSF R2I2: Co-Developing Mountains-to-Coast Resilience Solutions through Integrated Science and Practice

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · North Carolina State University (NC) · $500,000

## Abstract

Multiple perspectives and collaborative input are required to envision transformative solutions to the complex interplay of cascading weather and environmental hazards. Yet civic institutions, scientists, and practitioners are often disconnected from decision-making processes and rarely have opportunities for mutual learning. This project aims to bridge the gap between geoscientists' understanding of natural hazard impacts and practitioners' ability to translate this knowledge into actionable solutions. Partnering with leaders from government, industry, and non-profits across North Carolina, the project will address local and regional environmental challenges through participatory workshops. The workshops will combine learning sessions on key topics with innovative community engagement activities grounded in real-world data and predictive scientific models. By convening individuals with lived experiences of hazard events and those in at-risk areas, the workshops will foster peer learning, scenario-based dialogue, and the co-creation of potential solutions. The project also seeks to catalyze broader public conversations about long-term futures by encouraging deliberation on trade-offs among development, conservation, and population trends, while acknowledging the difficult choices necessary to build system resilience. Findings and tools will be incorporated into student training and professional development for educators who work with the public, including museum staff and l

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2519237
- **Awardee organization:** North Carolina State University (NC)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** U3NVH931QJJ3
- **PI:** Georgina M Sanchez
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** INTERDISCIPLINARY PROPOSALS
- **Estimated total:** $500,000
- **Funds obligated:** $500,000
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2027

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2519237

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2519237, NSF R2I2: Co-Developing Mountains-to-Coast Resilience Solutions through Integrated Science and Practice. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-07 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2519237. Licensed CC0.

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