Malvika Singhal

esal.us — In a recent conversation with ESAL, Kavin Manickaraj, chief data scientist at Greenlink Analytics, reflected on how his concern for the well-being of the local community and effects of climate change informs his science and career path. Learn more about how Kavin wants to bridge the gap between science and political action.

esal.us — As the U.S. begins to grapple with the threat of climate change, many states are re-examining their stance on nuclear energy. In the past, when the outcomes of nuclear energy were still being explored, environmentalists and local activists used escalated financial costs, lack of skilled labor, and safety concerns such as radiation poisoning to provide a cautious perspective of its future use.

esal.us — EPRI is an independent, non-profit organization focused on advancing safe, reliable, affordable, and clean energy for society through global collaboration, science and technology innovation, and applied research. EPRI also conducts nuclear-focused research in the areas of materials management, fuels and chemistry, plant performance, and strategic initiatives.

uoregon.edu — Many of us have used Band-Aids to heal a scratch on the surface of the skin, but imagine an internal bandage that can build itself inside our bodies to help repair damaged tissues. Researchers in the lab of Knight Campus assistant professor of bioengineering Gabriella Lindberg are exploring this possibility for cartilage regeneration.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal ECO City Farms is a non-profit training and learning urban farm in Maryland that aims to sustain the local environment as well as provide healthy food to the surrounding community. Learn about how CEO Margaret Morgan-Hubbard embraces the tenets of agroecology to enhance food security and access to nutrition to locals of Prince George's County.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal ESAL had the opportunity to speak with Meridith Perkins, current executive director of nonprofit Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, about canopy coverage in underserved communities and the importance of environmental education. Learn more about how Meridith brings empowers the local community with skills and opportunities to combat climate change in their own backyard.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal The Cibolo Center for Conservation uses science to inform decision-makers about practices and policies that affect the quality of life in the region and to promote natural resource conservation. Learn more about their mission and unique approach to community citizen science.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal As government demand for science communicators increases, there is a simultaneous growing interest in elevating the role of evidence-based policy among the science community. The Local Science Engagement Network (LSEN) is an initiative by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal Delving into the nuances of municipal budgets should not be reserved for experts. With a little determination, paired with guidance, it can be a worthwhile experience that sheds light on local priorities and decision-making. This is the second in a series of three articles to help you understand and interpret local budgets.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal This is the first in a series of three articles to help you understand and interpret local budgets. Learn more about the fundamentals of the municipal budget such as how city governments spend funds and what goes into a typical budget development process.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center hosts many enriching place-based environmental education opportunities and outreach efforts that are centered around serving local communities. Sarah Fisher is the director of environmental education and emphasizes the importance of student-driven exploration. ESAL discussed the importance of context on impact of environmental education efforts with Fisher.

esal.us — By Malvika Singhal ESAL sat down with Cody Forst, Senior Budget Analyst for Fort Collins, CO, to discuss ways to encourage civic engagement in the budget process and how advancement towards participatory budgeting is shaping the future of the influence of community members.

esal.us — ESAL discusses the idea of using choice architecture to create more inclusive, sustainable food options in hospital, corporation and university settings with Katie Cantrell, CEO and co-Founder of Greener by Default.

uoregon.edu — Knight Campus research associate Kait Link provides large animal care and veterinary training abroad