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From Risk to Resilience: Impacts of Natural Hazards Research

NSF conducts critical research on natural hazards to fortify infrastructure, safeguard lives, reduce economic losses and protect the future.
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NSF Impacts

The U.S. National Science Foundation advances research on natural hazards, from designing earthquake-resistant buildings to improving storm forecasts.

By enhancing understanding of these threats, NSF helps save lives, strengthen communities and reduce economic losses.

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Explore NSF-supported research that protects Americans and mitigates the impact of extreme events.

Extinguishing the Threats from Wildfires

From predicting a fire's path to expanding wireless communication, NSF's investments help mitigate the impacts of wildfires.

Weathering the Storm: Advancing Hurricane Forecasting and Readiness

NSF protects communities by improving hurricane forecasts and enabling storm-resilient infrastructure.

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