Arindam Chowdhury of FIU has received $12.8 million from the NSF to develop a testing facility capable of wind speeds of 200 miles per hour, storm surge, and wave action. National Full-Scale Testing Infrastructure for Community Hardening in Extreme Wind, Surge, and Wave Events will guide natural hazards engineering.

“The envisioned NICHE responds to a pressing need for more resilient communities by reducing losses and disruptions due to climate-driven hazards, helping the U.S. and the world become more sustainable while enhancing the quality of life,” said Chowdhury.

• Arindam Gan Chowdhury