Project Name	Description	Category	Scategory	Organization	Affiliation
Inverter testing for PV systems	House project to achieve the platinum level of accreditation. FSU and SESEC would like to be the first to achieve this achievement in Florida, setting the standard for FSU and bringing exposure to our area in the fields of engineering and environmentally friendly development.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
SunSmart schools	Challenges, quick start-up and relatively low temperatue operation are being addressed by the PEM fuel cell research at SESEC. A prototype of a novel fuel cell design has been built and preliminary testing has yielded promising results.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
PV materials	The solar-thermal tri-generation system is designed to address the high-energy costs associated with power production, refrigeration, and heating in lesser developed areas or emergency situations. The system at SESEC is currently in the testing process for power generation, refrigeration, and water heating; it consists of a concentrating solar concentrator and a thermal receiver.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Southeast regional experiment station	Water electrolysis systems (electrolyzers) currently employ either platinum or nickel-based alloy electrodes, which can account for up to 80% of the cost of a commercial electrolyzer. Based on an analysis of the Photosystem II process, which is widely observed in nature, thin metal oxide films have been developed in the laboratory at FSU for the purpose of improving water electrolysis. These films have demonstrated the ability to generate both hydrogen and oxygen near their thermodynamic limits, thus allowing for efficiencies above 99%.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Sunsmart	A project to educate Florida energy consumers about the tradeoffs of energy choices and to provide a way for public utility customers to choose purchase electricity made from renewable energy sources.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Virgin islands energy office	A project to support the Virgin Islands Energy Office in the development of design specifications and implementation of renewable energy projects on the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John.	Solar	Photovoltaics	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Department of correction solar water heating program	The Department of Corrections charged the Florida Solar Energy Center with the evaluatation of some old solar systems in order to determine what needed to be done to achieve optimum performance.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Front porch solar	A project that provides weatherization clients with solar water heaters, in addition to previously installed energy efficiency improvements.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
National solar collector and system certification program	FSEC staff provides technical and administrative assistance in the implementation of the national Solar Rating and Certification Corporation solar water heating collector and system certification program.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Pennsylvania solar program development assistance	In Pennsylvania, FSEC conducted numerous solar information seminars and workshops. The purpose of these was to familiarize potential participating agencies with the various existing solar technologies, both water heating and photovoltaic.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Solar cooker development	The overall purpose of the research project was to attempt to improve the performance, reliability and cost-effectiveness of low-cost solar cookers for use in developing nations.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Solar weatherization assistance program	The Solar Weatherization Assistance Program (SWAP) was a joint effort of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Florida Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC). The goal of the program was to provide solar water heating systems for low-income residents in Florida.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Florida Solar Energy Center	University of Central Florida
Off-Grid zero emmision buildings	House project to achieve the platinum level of accreditation. FSU and SESEC would like to be the first to achieve this achievement in Florida, setting the standard for FSU and bringing exposure to our area in the fields of engineering and environmentally friendly development.	Engineering	Buidling	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
PEM fuel cells	Challenges, quick start-up and relatively low temperatue operation are being addressed by the PEM fuel cell research at SESEC. A prototype of a novel fuel cell design has been built and preliminary testing has yielded promising results.	Engineering	Fuel cells	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
Solar-thermal tri-generation system	The solar-thermal tri-generation system is designed to address the high-energy costs associated with power production, refrigeration, and heating in lesser developed areas or emergency situations. The system at SESEC is currently in the testing process for power generation, refrigeration, and water heating; it consists of a concentrating solar concentrator and a thermal receiver.	Solar	Solar Thermal	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
Highly efficient water electrolysis	Water electrolysis systems (electrolyzers) currently employ either platinum or nickel-based alloy electrodes, which can account for up to 80% of the cost of a commercial electrolyzer. Based on an analysis of the Photosystem II process, which is widely observed in nature, thin metal oxide films have been developed in the laboratory at FSU for the purpose of improving water electrolysis. These films have demonstrated the ability to generate both hydrogen and oxygen near their thermodynamic limits, thus allowing for efficiencies above 99%.	Water	Electricity	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
				Institute for Energy Systems, Economics and Sustainability	Florida State University
Economic research and analyses for renewable energy public policy	The FSU Center for Economic Forecasting and Analysis (CEFA) specializes in conducting economic research and performing economic analyses to examine public policy issues across a spectrum of research areas. CEFA provides advanced research and training in the areas of energy, aerospace, and environmental economics, and economic development, among other areas. FSU CEFA also serves as a foundation for training students on applied economics, using modeling software and other econometric and statistical tools.	Policy/Program	Bio	Center for Economic Forecasting and Analysis	Florida State University
Photovoltaic Thin Film Technology	The direct conversion of solar energy to electricity by photovoltaic cells or thermal energy in concentrated solar power systems	Solar	Photovoltaics	Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Photocatalytic Bacteria Destruction	Bacteria destruction using sunlight	Solar		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Hydrogen Storage in Metal Hydrides and Complex Hydrides		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Fuel Cell Conversion of Feedstock to Electricity		Bio	Biomass	Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
New Combined Power/Cooling Thermodynamic Cycle		General		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
By-Product Hydrogen Production with an Electrochemical Cell (reverse fuel cell)		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Electrochemical Catalytic Cell for the Production of Hydrogen from Various Fuel Stocks		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Hydrogen Sensors for Fuel Cell Applications		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Antenna Solar Energy Conversion		Solar		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Hydrogen Production through Splitting of Water by Photoelectrolysis		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Thermochemical Hydrogen Production		Hydrogen		Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Biomass Hydrogen Production		Bio	Biomass	Clean Energy Research Center	University of South Florida
Anaerobic digester design and development		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Livestock waste management technology for biogas production, odor control, nutrient recovery and water quality improvement		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Biogas production from organic substrates, including food waste, fruit and vegetable processing waste, aquatic biomass, municipal wastewater, etc.		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Biogas production from biofuel (e.g. bioethanol, biodiesel) by-products, including stillage, vinasse, and crude glycerol		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Biogas production from energy crops		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Algal bioprospecting for biodiesel production		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Sustainability, climate change, and greenhouse gas reduction		Bio	Biomass	Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Fundamental materials research & advanced process development for thin-film CIS-based PV for high efficiency CuGaSe2 / Cu(In,Ga)Se2 Tandem cells		Solar		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Organic-based photovoltaics fundamental materials research, optical designs, and device physics studies for efficiency improvement		Solar		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Solar photocatalysis for water remediation		Solar		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Thermochemical conversion for hydrogen production		Solar		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Development of solar and waste heat driven desalination technologies.		Solar		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Hydrogen gas production via advanced proton conducting membranes		Hydrogen		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Lightweight composite materials to build cryogenic storage systems for liquid hydrogen		Hydrogen		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Cryogenic two phase flow models to better design liquid hydrogen transport		Hydrogen		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Novel nano-sensor devices with low power wireless communications, energy harvesting, and power management circuits for hydrogen leak detection		Hydrogen		Florida Institute for Sustainable Energy	University of Florida
Remote Power Transmission Using High Power GaN HEMTs and Diodes for Regenerative Fuel Cell	There are compelling reasons for developing improved components and systems for wireless power transmission (WPT). The applications of such systems would include unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned drones with capability for very long duration surveillance, microwave powered aircraft and reusable aeronautical vehicles designed to provide cellular communication services. Orbital reflectors are envisaged to allow power transmission between two very distant locations. This ability to control the supply of power in a pinpoint fashion will reduce some of the problems caused by limitations of existing battery technology. Some of the technological barriers to realizing cost-effective, reliable WPT systems include the need for improved dc-rf converters in the transmitter, improved phased array a	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Remote Wireless Power Transmission for Regenerative Fuel Cells	The goal of this research task is to develop enabling technologies to build a novel wireless power transmission (WPT) system using broadband transmission to improve the overall system efficiency. We will investigate the RF transmitter architecture that can achieve the highest DC-to-RF conversion efficiency. GaN-based devices, which have been proven to have the highest power density per unit device area at frequencies from a few GHz to millimeter-wave frequency, will be used to design and build the transmitter and the receiver. We will design high-efficiency transmitter circuits including power amplifiers and power oscillators. The DC electric energy will be converted to RF energy for transmission over a long distance. The transmitter circuits will be optimized for high DC-to-RF conversion	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Rational Design of Higher Conductivity Solid Oxide Electrolytes	Higher power density is a primary goal of NASA’s fuel cell program. Higher conductivity electrolytes are essential to achieve this goal. Therefore, we will pursue a fundamental investigation (both computational and experimental) of ionic conductivity in oxides with the ultimate goal of developing a higher conductivity electrolyte that will both be stable at NASA’s desired operating temperature and provide the opportunity to meet their power density targets at lower temperature.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
A Test bed for Impedance Measurements on PEM Fuel Cells	The main objective is to develop interpretation models for the impedance response of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells that corresponds to meaningful parameters based on the physics and chemistry of the system.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Interpretation models for PEMFC Membrane Electrode Assemblies	The main objective is to develop interpretation models for the impedance response of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells that corresponds to meaningful parameters based on the physics and chemistry of the system. The goal of the modeling approach is to use simple EIS spectra to obtain a deeper understanding of the physical phenomena that influence the system. Mathematical models will be developed based on assumed transport and kinetic mechanisms. The advantage of this work will be that the ideas of more complex models would be incorporated into a simple model that can be regressed to impedance data.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Simulation and Modeling for the Improvement on the Thermal Fluid Management of PEM Fuel Cell	The objective of this research is to model the thermal/fluids transport on the anode side of the fuel cell with an emphasis on mass transfer enhancement. The research focuses on: i) developing a 3-dimensional simulation and modeling capability using lattice Boltzmann equation (LBE) method that can be applied simultaneously to solve the flows in the channel and the porous media in the gas diffusion layer (GDL); ii) exploring alternative designs of the flow channel geometry using the LBE method.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Thermal-fluid Transport Issues for High Power Density and Gravity Independent Aviation and Space Applications of PEM Fuel Cells	This project is a collaborative effort on the research of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells for aviation and space applications. The main objectives are placed on obtaining the highest possible power density and achieving gravity independence. In order to achieve our goals, we will focus on the following issues : water management, u niform distribution of reactants to each cell and in each cell, efficient separation of liquid from gases, and uniform temperature distribution in cells.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Innovative Design of a Compact Reformer for PEMFC	The aim of this research is to design and evaluate a micro-reformer to produce hydrogen from hydrocarbon fuels for mobile PEMFC applications. The micro-reformer under present investigation consists of a metal block with multiple cylindrical channels and two end-plates. The channels, filled with catalyst particles, are where the steam reforming reaction and the partial oxidation reaction are to take place.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
High Power Density Thermal Management of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells	This research initiative is focused on developing advanced high power density thermal management systems for proton-exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells. The motivation is to significantly increase the heat removal capacity, while decreasing the required pumping power. This will be accomplished by utilizing convective phase change heat transfer within carefully designed microchannels integrally manufactured within the electrode plates or as a separate evaporator plate.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Multi-scale Surface Plate Fabrication for Next Generation Fuel Cells	The purpose of this collaborative research is the development and implementation of multi-scale fabrication techniques for the plates (or interconnects) that compose the outer layer of Proton Exchange, or Polymer Electrolyte, Membrane (PEM) fuel cells. The selected rapid fabrication methods, which include combinations of high-speed machining, photolithography, and micro-molding in amorphous metals (metallic glass), will enable low-cost feature production from the nanometer to millimeter scales.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Bimetallic Catalysts for the Electro-oxidation of Hydrocarbon Fuels	The goal of this subtask is to synthesize and study heterobimetallic catalysts for the electrooxidation of methanol and ethanol as models for the use of higher hydrocarbon fuels in fuel cells. We have previously synthesized simple bimetallic Ru/Pt, Ru/Pd and Ru/Au complexes and demonstrated that they are catalysts for the electrochemical oxidation of methanol in homogeneous solution.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Ultra-high Vacuum Investigations of Bimetallic Catalysts and the Development of Nanoparticle Catalysts for High-Pressure Applications	The study involves experiments in ultrahigh vacuum (UHV) aimed at determining structure-property-reactivity relationships of bimetallic (Pt/Ru and Pd/Ru) catalysts and the mechanisms for the oxidation of methanol and ethanol on the catalyst surfaces. The overall aim of the project is to develop bimetallic catalysts that provide improved activity and selectivity in the production of H 2 from alcohols and long-chain hydrocarbons.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
In Situ Investigation of Major and Minor Species to Support Detailed Model Development of Catalytic Chemistry in a Reformation Reactor	The research project is focused on the development and construction of a laboratory-scale reformer/combustor designed for in situ Raman spectroscopy and laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) along the length of the reactor. This optical access reactor will enable measurement of the evolution of reformate gases or reactants/combustion products, will provide a clearer picture of the progression of the reforming/reaction progress for various feed stocks, water-gas shift, and carbon build up reactions. Such a system will also enable precise, temporally/spatially resolved measurements, providing information as to the mechanisms and effects of fuel impurities. This work will support complementary efforts focused on the development of gas-phase and surface kinetic models for reformation and combustion	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Detailed Modeling of Methanol and Ethanol Catalytic Reaction	The focus of this project is the development of gas-phase and surface kinetic models for reformation and combustion over various catalytic surfaces. Efforts will focus on development and verification of the kinetic models, including gross properties, as well as matching to the spatial distribution of major species and measurable minor species in the axial direction (quasi one-dimensional approach) and perpendicular to the catalyst surface (two-dimensional approach). The overall goals are to gain insights needed to develop effectively and utilize the detailed models of the catalytic processes which are applicable for the rational design of catalysts and catalytic processes in support of efficient and robust hydrogen production via reformation processes.	Hydrogen	Fuel cells	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Robust Self-Powered Wireless Hydrogen Sensor	The goal of this research task is to develop technologies to integrate novel nano-scale sensors, low-power electronic circuits, and energy harvesting devices to demonstrate the feasibility of a self-powered wireless hydrogen sensor. The self-powered sensor module will operate without the need of replacing battery. Together with reusable ZnO nanorod sensors, it ensures a very long lifetime operation without the need of calibration and replacement.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Novel Nanorod and Nanotube Based Hydrogen Gas Sensors	The aim of this research is to demonstrate room temperature hydrogen sensor with wide energy band-gap semiconductor devices. Dr. Fan Ren’s research in this collaborative effort is in Sensor Fabrication and Testing.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Highly Stable and Reliable Uncooled Lightweight Hydrogen Sensors for Fuel Cells	The expected outcome is a rugged, ultra-long lifetime, uncooled hydrogen gas sensor that can be integrated with on-chip wireless telemetry circuits. A novel Ti/Al/W 2B/Ti/Au metallization scheme on n-GaN is being used for Ohmic contact formation.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Power for Wireless H2 Sensor Network—Energy Harvesters, Task – A	The goals are to develop a power source for a wireless hydrogen sensor network using a multi-source energy harvester that harvests vibrational energy for operation during ‘dark’ conditions and optical (solar) energy for operation during ‘light’ conditions.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Development of a Fluidic Biosensor for Detecting Hydrogen	The goal of this project is to develop a novel hydrogen sensor using an enzyme-catalyzed reaction and microfluidic technology. The anticipated benefits over the state-of-the-art palladium- or its alloy-based hydrogen sensors include the ability to operate at ambient temperatures, the ability to operate in background gases due to the specificity of the enzyme, fast response time, and no recovery time.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Micromachined Floating Element Hydrogen Flow Rate Sensor	The goal of this project is to develop a robust, miniature, silicon micromachined Moiré optical-based flow rate sensor for hydrogen transport measurement applications. The sensor consists of a miniature floating element sensor possessing optical gratings on the backside of a floating element and on the top surface of the support wafer to permit backside optical transduction.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Thermochemical Hydrogen Production	The goals are to develop radio architecture for communication up to 10 m which enables radical reduction of power consumption, and to demonstrate the concept in a single chip RF transceiver (~3 mm x 1.5 mm) with integrated antennas. Anticipated results are ultra wide band (UWB) radio architectures with reduced power consumption which can be implemented as an RF system on a chip, and a single chip RF transceiver with integrated antennas for UWB communication.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Communications and Networking	The goal of the communications and networking component is to maximize the lifetime of the sensor network through effective sensor placement and efficient medium access control. The sensor placement scheme establishes a dynamic three-tier hierarchy of sensors, sentries, and sinks to coordinate the transfer of data to a backbone network. The medium access control scheme involves the confi gu ration of a sleep-cycle for battery-preservation and an adaptive and dynamic routing protocol for sensor-to-sink, and sink-to-back bone communications.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Raman and Rayleigh Scattering for Hydrogen Leak Detection	This research involves the development of diagnostic tools for portable, remote hydrogen leak detection using laser-based techniques. A laser-based approach will utilize Raman spectroscopy to detect diatomic hydrogen in the gaseous state. The proposed research will focus on Raman spectroscopy using temporal and spectral data analysis in combination with pulsed laser excitation to discriminate from background contaminants and to optimize leak detection at the leak source. The overall project goal is the development, testing, field evaluation, and optimization of a field-portable sensor package.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Novel ZnO Nanorod Hydrogen Gas Sensors	The aim of this research is to demonstrate room temperature hydrogen sensor with wide energy band-gap semiconductor devices. Dr. David Norton’s research in this collaborative effort is in Material Growth and Material Characterization.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Power for Wireless Hydrogen Sensor Network—Energy Harvesters, Task – B	The goal of this task is to design and fabricate a power processor that extracts energy from a photovoltaic and a vibration energy harvester and delivers the energy to a reservoir that supports a self-powered hydrogen sensor network.	Hydrogen	Leak detection	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Lightweight Composite Tanks for Liquid Hydrogen Storage	The overall goal of this project is to develop a lightweight composite material system that can be used to build cryogenic storage systems for liquid hydrogen. Graphite/epoxy composites and their sandwich structures have been identified as potential material systems.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Development of Nanocrystalline Complex Metal Hydrides for Hydrogen Storage	The objective of this work is to synthesize, via electrodeposition techniques, nanocrystalline Mg and Al alloys which form complex metal hydrides with low hydrogenation/dehydrogenation temperature, fast kinetics and reasonable gravimetric storage capacity.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Lithium Borohydride for Hydrogen Propellant Storage	The objective of this research is to develop and characterize lithium borohydride for the dual hydrogen propellant storage and neutron shielding applications. Lithium borohydride uniquely combines two important properties that are pivotal to the operation of space propulsion systems; it has the highest hydrogen storage density and the highest neutron absorption cross section when fully enriched Li and B are used.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Terrestrial Cryogenic Two-Phase Flow & Heat Transfer	Cryogenic fluids flowing through pipelines often operate in a two-phase flow regime. In order to design transport systems for two-phase flows it is critical to be able to predict the pressure gradients and heat transfer coefficients associated with the fluid and thermal conditions. The most reliable two-phase flow models for predicting pressure gradient and heat transfer coefficients in pipe flow are specific to a particular flow configuration or flow regime, i.e. bubbly, stratified, annular, slug etc… Extensive flow regime pattern recognition experiments have been carried through with air/water, oil/gas, and refrigerant two-phase flows. From these experiments flow regime maps have been constructed. However, the general validity of such maps has not yet been demonstrated. Very spars	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Cryogenic Two-Phase Flow & Heat Transfer in Reduced Gravity	This research focuses on addressing specific fundamental and engineering issues related to the microgravity two-phase flow and heat transfer of cryogenic fluids that require advanced numerical simulations in concert with validating experimentation. The outcome of the research will provide cryogenic practitioners the practical analysis tools required to address specific issues impacting the safe and efficient operation of liquid hydrogen cryogenic transport systems in reduced gravity.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Chill Down Process of Hydrogen Transport Pipelines	The objective of this research task is to experimentally and computationally study the unsteady dynamics of a liquid hydrogen wave front translating down a pipeline during the chill down mode and develop a comprehensive computational model to predict the associated flow fields, thermal fields, and residence time.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Zero Boil-Off (ZBO) Pressure Control	In order to preserve the cryogens in storage for a long duration space flight, an active heat removal system is required to balance the heat that permeates into the storage vessel. Such a system would eliminate the need for purging the cryogen vapor from the storage tank. We expect to develop a ZBO system model that would determine whether active mixing of the cryogen is required for ZBO and whether the benefits outweigh the complications. Next the model would provide a comparison study between a sensible heat transport system and a latent heat transport system.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Ortho-Para Hydrogen Ratiometry	The research is devoted to developing efficient techniques to measure the ratio of the ortho and para hydrogen concentrations in gaseous samples. The effort has been focused on the need for a fast, high accuracy measurement using a simple compact cell. Tests of the design have been successful, and the last trimester of research was dedicated to optimizing an electronic readout package and demonstrating the sensitivity, stability, and speed of response of the ratiometer. The basic design for a cryogen free ratiometerhas been developed.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Fluid Distribution for In-Space Cryogenic Propulsion	The ultimate goal of this task is to enable the use of a single supply of cryogenic propellants for three distinct spacecraft propulsion missions: main propulsion, orbital maneuvering, and attitude control. The direction of the current research is to establish the range of operation of the cryogenic loop as it supplies propellant. At some point, the pressure would drop enough that the loop performance would become unacceptable. This limit depends not only on the lower pressure limit, but also the transient behavior of the loop. Therefore, the current efforts are in characterizing the transient behavior of the SITMAP loop experimentally and analytically.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
New Propellants and Cryofuels	The goal is to investigate the stability and cryogenic properties of solid propellants that are critical to NASA’s goal of realizing practical propellant designs for future spacecraft. The stability and thermal properties of a solid hydrogen-liquid helium stabilizer will be determined in a laboratory environment in order to design a practical propellant. In particular, methods of embedding atomic species and metallic nano-particulates in hydrogen matrices suspended in liquid helium will be explored. The characteristic lifetimes and diffusion of atomic species in these candidate cryofuels will be measured.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
High Energy Densified Materials	The major point of interest is the specific impulse I sp of the propellant system, which is a measure of the momentum transferred to the vehicle per mass of the working fluid expelled from the rocket engine, and is proportional to the mean velocity of the exhaust. The specific impulse is proportional to the specific enthalpy of the chemical reaction occurring in the engine, and so can be changed by introducing dopants.	Hydrogen	Cryogenic	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Hydrogen Production Using Advanced Protonic Conductor	The overall objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility of producing hydrogen from hydrocarbon-based fuels using advanced proton conducting membranes. The objectives of this phase are to develop thin film proton conducting membranes on porous supports and to advance our fundamental understanding of these materials. The anticipated result is demonstration of high hydrogen fluxes through these thin supported membranes.	Hydrogen	Prodcution	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
The Ammonia-Water Combined Power and Refrigeration Cycle	The project goal is to design and construct a combined cycle that creates 5kW of electricity, a refrigeration effect and hydrogen gas from a low temperature heat source and to house the system within a mobile test facility. The mobile facility will serve as an educational tool to demonstrate various uses for hydrogen and methods for its production around the state.	Hydrogen	Prodcution	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
ASPEN System and Trade Studies for Hydrogen Production	This is a task under the project management. Under this element of the grant, the system and trade studies have been performed for the “Hydrogen Production, The Ammonia -Water Combined Power and Refrigeration Cycle” project.	Hydrogen	Prodcution	NASA Supported Hydrogen Research	University of Florida
Offshore 3 meter diameter prototype turbine (the kinetic energy of the Gulf Stream)		Marine	Wave	Florida Center of Excellence in Ocean Energy Technology	Florida Atlantic University
Fine structure and turbulent mixing in the near-surface layer of the tropical ocean (kinetic energy)		Marine	Wave	Oceanographic Center	Nova Southeastern University
SeaTech Institute of Ocean and Systems Engineering	The Institute’s annual sponsored research expenditure is around $5 million. Recent federally and state funded research and development projects include AUV-based BOSS sonar systems, high-speed underwater modem communication, air-deployable buoy, durability of composite materials, nano-composites, coastline security technologies, and systems for harnessing ocean energy.	Ocean		SeaTech Institute of Ocean and Systems Engineering	Florida State University
A light-weight water purification system powered by solar photo-voltaic cells		Solar	Photovoltaics	Applied Research Center	Florida International University
Development of research infrastructure for long range advanced power systems	Develop an advanced modeling and simulation capability, provide the experimental capability needed to validate models, support the technology base through selected system driven basic research in materials, components, and command and control mulation capability.	Electricity	Engineering	Center for Advanced Power Systems	FSU &FAMU
Low-Cost Solar Instrumentation	Solar radiation can be divided into direct beam radiation, diffuse radiation and reflected radiation. Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) applications can only collect the direct beam radiation. CSP includes parabolic troughs; parabolic dishes or heliostats. A Pyrheliometer is used to measure the direct beam radiation from the sun. The efficiency of the solar power plant can then be determined knowing the incoming direct beam radiation from the sun.	Solar		Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
Turbine, Energy and Space technologies	Turbines for propulsion as well as power generation, portable power and energy systems for aviation/space/distributed generation applications, and use of coal or biomass-derived, liquid or gaseous synthetic fuels for power generation and air/ground;transportation.	General		Center for Advanced Turbines and Energy Research	University of Central Florida
Solar Array Inverters with Maximum Power Tracking Florida Power & I-4		Solar		Florida Power Electronics Center	University of Central Florida
Distributed Energy Program	Distributed Energy Program allows connection of wind generated power to the transmission grid.	Wind		Power Center for Utility Explorations	University of South Florida
Distributed Premium Power Park	Distributed Premium Power Park meets specific power quality requirments, limits or eliminates interruptions, and is cost effective.	Policy/Program		Power Center for Utility Explorations	University of South Florida
Real-Time Monitoring	Time Frequency Atom (TFA) approach accurately measures instantaneous amplitude, phase angle and frequency of a desired time varying signal component in voltage or current waveform.	Marine	Wave	Power Center for Utility Explorations	University of South Florida
Solar Energy and Energy Conversion Laboratory	Current work into photocatalytic detoxification and disinfection of indoor air as well as water is effective for combatting threats of bioterrorism. A device patented by current SEECL director Yogi Goswami destroys airborne VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and micro-organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and spores.	Solar		Solar Energy and Energy Conversion Laboratory	University of Florida
Biosynthesis of hypermodified guanosines		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Elimination of canonical amino acids from Escherichia coli		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
From function to gene: tRNA modification in Archaea		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Virus monitoring of effluent from joint facility		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Genetic improvement of Escherichia coli for fuel ethanol production		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Engineering thermotolerant biocatalysts for biomass conversion to products		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Celunol Celunol Sponsored Ethanol Research		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
BioEnergy Production of organic acids, polymers, and sugar-based specialty chemicals		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Comparative analysis of in vivo and in vitro transcripts		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Physiology of proteosomes in Haloferex volcanii		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Identification of proteosome substrates of the Haloarchaea		Solar		Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
USDA CSRSVC TSTAR- The genome of Pasteuria penetrans: a blueprint for developiing pasteuria spp. for biocontrol of plant paratistic nematode		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Bacterial conversion of hemicellulose to ehtanol		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Biofilm formation and dispersal mechanisms in Escherichia coli		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Methanopterin biosynthesis in archaea and methylotropic bacteria		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
REU Site: Fueling microbiology research training network from The University of Florida		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Engineering thermotolerant biocatlysts for biomass conversion		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Nitogen fixation in wheat by Klebsiella pneumoniae 342		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
MIP: Analysis if endophytic colonization by Klebsiella pneumoniae		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Analysis of a novel mechanism of plant growth promotion		Bio		Florida Center for Renewable Chemicals and Fuels	University of Florida
Emissions trading	A cap-and-trade scheme caps the aggregate level of emissions (as has already been done in the Governor’s Executive Order), allocates the rights to pollute in some manner to pollution sources, and then allows those sources to trade their emissions rights if they choose to do so.	General	Policy	Public Utility Research Center	University of Florida
Distributed generation	The main purpose of distributed generation (DG) is to reduce line losses and/or to serve as a source of back-up power for reliability purposes. DG does not necessarily have to be a renewable energy resource, but can also include diesel generators, fuel cells, and combined heat and power (CHP) applications.	General	Policy	Public Utility Research Center	University of Florida
Renewable energy deployment	renewable portfolio standards (RPS), public benefits funds (PBF), and a requirement that utilities offer their consumers the option to purchase so-called green power are the biggest drivers behind utility scale renewable energy deployment.	General	Policy	Public Utility Research Center	University of Florida
Electronic infrastructure hardening	Current projects in this effort include (1) research on undergrounding existing electric distribution facilities by surveying the current literature, performing case analyses of Florida underground projects, and developing a model for projecting the benefits and costs of converting overhead facilities to underground; (2) data gathering and analysis of hurricane winds in Florida and the possible expansion of a hurricane simulator that can be used to test hardening approaches; and (3) an investigation of effective approaches for vegetation management.	Policy/Program		Public Utility Research Center	University of Florida
Biomass Gasification for H2 Production	Biomass gasification is the process of converting biomass, like woodchips, sawdust, switch grass etc., to a usable gaseous fuel. Conventional downdraft gasifiers produce a low energy gas that is not suitable for storage or transportation. By using a dual fluidized bed type gasifier, a medium grade gas can be produced that is rich in H2. This type of gasification can provide a sustainable path to producing H2 for new and exciting technologies.	Bio	Hydrogen	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
Solar Simulator	A solar simulator allows us to test solar systems independent from current weather conditions and time of day. This means that solar research can happen at an accelerated rate because of the amount of time able to study a system with constant testing conditions.	Solar	Engineering	Energy and Sustainability Center	Florida State University
Sustainable energy and governance in the U.S.	SEG Center produces empirical research on issues related to energy and environmental policy and analysis of economic, legal and policy factors that influence the development of a sustainable energy economy. The SEG Center’s research focuses on the roles of public and private sectors, actors and institutions in creating demand for sustainable energy delivery and climate change efforts, in the adoption, diffusion and implementation of energy innovations, and in shaping their economic and environmental impacts.	Policy/Program		Sustainability Energy & Governance Center	Florida State University
Development of bioenergy products from marine algae	The SABER working grou at the IESES will focus on the development of bioenergy products from marine algae. Center activites include both fundamental research and technology assessment (sustainability and policy implications). Fundamental research will initially address the efficient conversion of marine algal biomass to ethanol in the area of feedstock development,biomass depolymerization, and biofuels production.	Bio	Marine	The Center for a Systems Approach to Bio-Energy Research	Florida State University
Evaluation of sustainability’s utility as a business strategy.	The Center for Sustainability Initiatives (CSI) is a resource of the Florida State University College of Business. The mission of the CSI is to encourage and execute research related to the use of sustainability as a business strategy. The objectives of the CSI are to 1) conduct strategic sustainability research, 2) maintain a sustainability research panel, 3) create and maintain a Florida Sustainability Index, and 4) secure funding to support the research efforts of the Center.	Marketing	General	College of Business Center for Sustainability Initiatives	Florida State University
Energy Efficency Public Services Announcements	Public service announcements produced to encourage energy efficency.	Communication and Media	General	The Center for Enviromental Media Production and Research	Florida State University
Tallahassee Antique Car Museum	Solar power use tracking	Solar	Electricity	Simpler Solar Systems
2010 Farm to Fuel Summit	Major gathering place where stakeholders assemble each year to help advance the development of the state’s bioenegy industry	Bioenergy		Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services	State of Florida
Pilot Project: Offshore wind power potential around Florida	COAPS is researching the viability of offshore wind energy to help meet Florida’s growing energy demands. We are examining climate data to compute the annual wind resource and its seasonal variability at selected surface wind observing stations. Preliminary results indicate that the northwestern Gulf of Mexico has the potential to generate several thousand megawatts of power.	Wind		Center for Ocean Atmospheric Prediction Studies	Florida State University

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