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Penn State Behrend's research and outreach programs are recognized as the leading resource for enhancing and enriching the region's economic, intellectual, and social quality of life. The Black School of Business and the School of Engineering operate numerous such programs to fulfill this mission.

Applied Energy Research Center

The center provides research and technology transfer on innovative, patentable advanced manufacturing products that will improve energy efficiency in the industrial, power generation, and transportation business sectors.  The initial research will concentrate on computational modeling and processing of ceramic and composite materials, and possibly nano-fabrication of components.

Center for Credit and Consumer Research (CCCR)

The CCCR examines issues pertaining to the credit card usage habits of consumers in the United States and international markets.  Faculty and staff affiliates conduct empirical research related to credit card usage and provide educational outreach to help consumers manage their credit card debt.  Research focuses on the ethical problems and risks associated with credit card usage among vulnerable populations in society.

Center for Navigation, Communication and Information Systems (CNCIS)

The CNCIS is a unit in the Vehicle Systems and Safety Program of the Pennsylvania Transportation Institute.  It integrates navigation, communication, and information technology to design, build, and test systems that remotely: monitor equipment and pinpoint potential failure; perform surveillance; provide safety and security; are used in guidance, command, and control decision-making.

Economic Research Institute of Erie (ERIE)

The purpose of ERIE is to collect, analyze, interpret, and disseminate data and the resulting knowledge related to Erie County's economy. The institute's research is designed to provide an enhanced understanding of the regional economic structure and its relation to the national and international economies.

Engineering Applied Research & Design Center

The Applied Research & Design Center provides state-of-the-art applied research and technology transfer to benefit industry in areas related to computer, electrical mechanical, and software engineering.  Selected areas of expertise include computer-aided design, finite element analysis, manufacturing systems and processes, machine vision, measurements, instrumentation and control, signal processing, fluid flow and heat transfer analysis, vibration, and data communication networks.

PartnershipErie

PartnershipErie was established to provide nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania an opportunity to establish a presence in cyberspace without the related expense. PartnershipErie, an outreach program of Penn State Erie, The Behrend College was established to provide complimentary web planning, development, hosting, and maintenance services to the nonprofit community.

Plastics Computer-Aided Engineering Center

The Plastics Computer-Aided Engineering Center serves as a plastics industry resource for the development and deployment of computer-aided engineering and design technologies. The center's mission is to justify the implementation of flow analysis software technologies in companies that develop, design, or manufacture plastic  products and tooling.

RFID Center of Excellence

The RFID Center of Excellence, administered in conjunction with the Center for eBusiness and Advanced Information Technology, assists businesses in implementing Radio Frequency Identification technology, which increases productivity and reduces costs; assists them in preparing for supply chain customer compliance, expedites information technology providers' understanding of RFID technologies; conducts and coordinates applied research in the areas of RFID technology and supply chain management; and develops RFID implementation service offerings, such as executive briefings, public and customized training programs, pilot projects, and an internship program.

Other Penn State Behrend Outreach Resources

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