Project Grant 2408340

Award Date 8/15/24
Completion Date 7/31/27
Dollars Obligated $199K
Funding Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766, USA
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  1. Acquire an anechoic chamber for advanced antenna testing and characterization. This will enable Wilkes University to enhance the training of undergraduate and graduate students in wireless systems and radio frequency (RF) engineering, addressing a growing demand for skilled RF engineers.

  2. Facilitate hands-on learning and innovative research projects focused on developing novel antenna technologies, including ultra-wideband antennas, wearable antennas, dual-polarized antennas, and antennas for energy harvesting and GPS applications.

The award will establish a dedicated laboratory to advance the university's research capabilities and foster new interdisciplinary collaborations with industry partners. This project aligns with NSF's mission to support scientific research infrastructure and workforce development, and is expected to be completed by July 2027.

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