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ABOUT US

Established in 2006 by the University of Maryland , College Park , the Center for Integrative Environmental Research (CIER) provides a focal point for multidisciplinary environmental research and collaboration on local, regional, national and international scales.

Research Network

CIER supports a broad network of researchers from the University and other leading organizations who bring critical perspectives to our mission from the physical, engineering, natural, social and health sciences. Our Affiliates and Student Research Assistants collaborate on a wide range of projects, publications and events.

Research Informing Practice

Our research is designed to provide practical tools, strategies and information to a wide range of decision makers. Those utilizing CIER research include:

  • Government leaders in the US (state agencies, legislators), the European Union, Australia, New Zealand
  • Industry leaders and associations
  • national and international nongovernmental organizations
  • Maryland government agencies
  • University of Maryland System and College Park campus

Sponsors and Partners

The independent, timely research from the Center is supported through grants, contracts and gifts, as well as creative collaborations with our sponsors and partners.

Last updated October 15, 2007

Leadership

Founding Director Matthias Ruth brings multidisciplinary expertise in industrial ecology, dynamic modeling, environmental sciences, economics, and geography.

Executive Director Kim Ross has created and led multiple information and research service centers, and brings expertise in environmental policy and cross-sector collaborations.

Contact Information

Center for Integrative Environmental Research
University of Maryland
2101 Van Munching Hall
College Park, Maryland 20742
Phone: 301-405-3988
Fax: 301-403-4675
Email: cier@umd.edu

Matthias Ruth, Director
mruth1@umd.edu
301-405-6075

Kim Ross, Executive Director
kross@umd.edu
301-405-3988