Our research approach. NREL Scientists are developing better understandings of the complex interactions that characterize whole ecosystems. They link research from multiple scientific disciplines, in geographically diverse areas, and perform long term studies. The majority of NREL research looks at how human activities have modified the environment, and then, how those modified environments affect human activities. Teaching multidisciplinary science.
Scientists regularly teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
They currently advise or serve on committees for 126 graduate students in 15 departments across campus. The scientists work together with students to provide a unique multi-disciplinary approach to research projects. They also present guest lectures at Colorado State, to the public, and at national meetings. Scientists often make presentations to government agencies and business groups. Our staff contributes to the advancement of science and policy by participating on scientific review panels for organizations such as the National Academy of Science, NASA, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Environmental Protection Agency, the Colorado Division of Wildlife, and White House working groups.