The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $295,520 EAGER (Early-concept Grants for Exploratory Research) project grant to Pod Network, LLC under the NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) program. This grant aims to measure and understand how recent public and private investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and electric battery technologies in Ohio are supporting economic growth and workforce development. The project will develop a baseline for current and emerging career opportunities in AI and electric batteries across Ohio and explore using AI methods to assess the effectiveness of these workforce development investments. Additionally, Pod Network, LLC received a federal grant sub-award to develop a collaborative cross-institutional mentoring network for female undergraduate and graduate students in STEM majors at several universities, focusing on supporting "minoritized" individuals and promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM fields.
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