This $1,590,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) will support twelve EPSCOR Graduate Fellows at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSM&T) over three years. The fellows will conduct groundbreaking research to develop innovative materials for applications in agriculture, human health, and quantum science. Key focus areas include biomaterials for targeted drug delivery, thin films to improve crop productivity and sustainability, eco-friendly alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, and quantum materials for transformative advancements in computing, communications, and sensors. In addition to the research, the project will provide the fellows with multidisciplinary training, professional development, and commercialization support to prepare them for impactful careers in industry and academia. This award aims to enhance research productivity at SDSM&T, foster patents and startup companies, and contribute to the economic development of local, regional, and national communities.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $1.6m | 7/14/25 |