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UCLA mini mobile modular desalinization unit breakthrough for California ag
California is a facing an increasing problem of access to fresh water, but recent research conducted at UCLA is offering hope for new business career opportunities in green agriculture and water management.
The researchers at the Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science have devised a new mini-mobile-modular (M3) "smart" water desalination and filtration system.
Its efficacy was recently demonstrated during a field study in the San Joaquin Valley in which it desalted agricultural drainage water that was saturated with calcium sulfate salts with just one reverse osmosis stage.
"We believe systems such as the M3 can help accelerate not only water technology development but also its adoption," says Andi Rahardianto, a postdoctoral researcher on the team.
While engineers are responsible for the technical side of similar breakthrough projects, their proper application and usefulness stems from research done by environmental scientist who understand the needs facing farming communities as they strive to save resources and increase productivity.
People interested in these types of careers may consider applying to a masters or a doctoral program in environmental sciences, as government analysts predict demand for specialists like hydrologists will experience a double-digit growth in the next seven years, with salaries exceeding $94,670.
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