By making funds available for equipment, the CCCU aims to ensure that WUSTL investigators have state-of-the-art analytical facilities for coal research and are able to continue to build new coal research capabilities. The CCCU is currently seeking proposals from investigators for new equipment purchases. Specialized equipment intended for individual lab use will be considered, however, it is preferred that the equipment be beneficial and made available to multiple users (shared). PIs may request items that benefit existing programs, or that would add new capabilities that could be utilized to attract additional outside funding.