The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $399,225 Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program to Lane College, a private, historically Black college in Jackson, Tennessee. This grant supports the development, implementation, and study of innovative models and approaches to improve the preparation and success of HBCU undergraduate students in STEM graduate programs and careers.
The key objectives of this project are to: 1) create bioinformatics and biotechnology certificate programs, 2) increase participation of African American students and women in bioinformatics and computational biology, and 3) enhance the presence of African American students and women in the biotechnology industry. The project will also explore the impact of undergraduate research experiences and new bioinformatics/biotechnology courses on student persistence in STEM degree programs and non-cognitive factors like self-efficacy and career influences. This award aims to help address the national shortage of skilled professionals in bioinformatics and biotechnology by better preparing a diverse STEM workforce.
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