The Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology (CSSM) at Iowa State University has received additional funding for two of its largest ongoing grants, further supporting its mission to advance survey statistics and methodology.
About CSSM
Established in 1938, CSSM is an academic center specializing in survey statistics research, teaching, and consulting. It collaborates with units at Iowa State University and external institutions, provides operational services for survey projects, and serves as a hub for graduate research in survey methods. Through its technical expertise and operational support, CSSM contributes to the development of cutting-edge survey methodologies that address complex research needs.
Grant Updates
National Resource Inventory (NRI) Agreement
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Zhengyuan Zhu
- Sponsor: USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
- Project Period: 07/01/2023 – 06/30/2026
The NRI agreement focuses on enhancing statistical and survey methodologies for the National Resource Inventory, a program crucial for monitoring natural resource trends nationwide.
BLM Managed Lands Survey Program
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Cindy Yu
- Sponsor: DOI-U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
- Project Period: 07/24/2023 – 07/23/2028
This grant supports survey and statistical methods for the BLM Managed Lands Survey Program, aiding efforts to assess and sustain rangeland health across the United States.
Looking Ahead
With these significant funding renewals, CSSM continues to build on its legacy of research excellence, providing innovative solutions and methodologies that drive impactful decision-making for federal agencies and beyond.