Kent State University was awarded a $395,810 Project Grant from the National Science Foundation under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences federal grant program (CFDA 47.049) for the period of June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2024.
The grant funds an REU Site at Kent State University focused on Liquid Crystals and Advanced Materials. As part of the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program's goal of strengthening the nation's scientific enterprise through increased knowledge and understanding of major problems, the REU Site will likely support undergraduate research experiences and training related to liquid crystals and advanced materials research being conducted at Kent State University. The three year award period and involvement of undergraduate researchers indicates the funding enables hands-on learning opportunities in these fields through mentored research projects.