Using the Facility

The RAPID Facility provides researchers with access to state-of-the-art reconnaissance equipment and field support for natural hazards investigations. We primarily focus on NSF- and NIH-supported researchers, while also working with government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels and international collaborators investigating earthquakes, hurricanes, landslides, wildfires, and other extreme events. Our services include providing scientific instruments, technical training, field deployment assistance, and data processing support.

To get started, simply submit our standard intake form for equipment requests through our online portal. Our staff will work with you to select appropriate instruments for your research objectives and provide pre-deployment training. Scientific instruments can be shipped directly to your location or handed off in the field.

For investigators writing proposals who are considering incorporating our facility but do not yet have funded research, we offer free consultation services. We are happy to meet with proposal writers at no cost to strategize on developing remote sensing or facility-supported data collection plans that strengthen grant applications.