The National Science Foundation awarded a $248,600 Project Grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. The grant will fund a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site focused on ceramic engineering, with the goal of increasing local community engagement, preparing students for graduate school, elevating cultural awareness, and growing underrepresented groups in STEM research. The 3-year program will provide students with an immersive educational and research experience, including technical tours, geological field studies, collaborative interdisciplinary projects, and opportunities to present their work at a research symposium. The REU site will leverage the school's expertise in materials science, engineering, and local cultural and geological resources to offer a diverse range of research projects from cultural heritage science to mineral processing and advanced materials development.
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