Project Grant 2517354
- This $611,908.00 Project Grant award, provided by the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076), supports a collaborative research initiative to advance semiconductor industry workforce development through community-based STEM education. The project aims to cultivate interest and skills in semiconductor concepts and manufacturing processes among approximately 110 middle school students, 20 educators, and 16 family members across two states. Using tangible toolkits and...
- The National Science Foundation awarded a Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program to the Indiana Institute of Technology, Inc. (Indiana TECH) to develop a semiconductor curriculum and learning framework for high school students. This $416,895 award, effective November 1, 2024, supports the creation of game-based semiconductor learning modules, in-person workshops, and industry field trips to help high school students, including those from diverse backgrounds, develop...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) provides $500,000 in funding to the California State University Fresno Foundation to address a national need for a skilled workforce in semiconductor manufacturing. The project will deliver immersive learning experiences in plasma engineering and materials processing for undergraduate participants across three university campuses. Key activities include hands-on training in plasma reactor...
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $415,000 Project Grant under its STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources) program to the University of Maine System (UMS) for a 4-year collaborative research project. This project aims to develop a semiconductor curriculum and learning framework for high school students using artificial intelligence, game modules, and hands-on experiences. Key components include creating game-based semiconductor learning modules, hosting in-person...
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $1,299,998 Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) to develop an AI-driven career-inspiring experiential program for semiconductor education. The project aims to: 1) Enhance high school students' knowledge, skills, and interests in microelectronics and semiconductor fields; 2) Improve students' self-efficacy in learning electrical, computer engineering, and physical sciences; 3)...
- This $149,540 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) aims to address the assessment needs of maker (or tinkering) spaces and programs within science and children's museums across the country. The award, granted to Trustees of Indiana University/Indiana University, will establish a collaborative network among museum staff, educational researchers, and community advisors to identify key assessment constructs and approaches that can help...
- This National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM Education grant (CFDA 47.076) in the amount of $399,954 awarded to the University of Missouri System aims to develop an innovative educational program that integrates extended reality (XR) and generative artificial intelligence (GAI) technology to enhance hands-on semiconductor fabrication training for undergraduate students. The key products and services to be delivered under this 3-year project include: (1) creating an immersive, learner-centered...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) provides $1,748,645.00 to Purdue University over six years, from October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2030. The project aims to serve the national need of preparing highly qualified K-12 STEM teacher leaders to address emerging workforce demands in the growing microelectronics industry. The project will recruit and prepare two cohorts of 12 practicing K-12 teachers (24 total) to become...
- This $635,513 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) aims to enhance conceptual learning in quantum and semiconductor physics through the development and evaluation of interactive visualization and simulation tools. The project, led by Purdue University, will conduct a large-scale investigation into designing these educational tools to significantly improve undergraduate students' understanding of quantum mechanics and semiconductor...
- This federal Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.075 - Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences) to the University of Florida provides $682,707 to investigate how adaptive, AI-driven virtual reality (VR) environments can enhance students' understanding of semiconductor fabrication, a complex STEM domain. The project aims to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of personalized VR instructional modules that provide real-time feedback based on students' gaze...
This Project Grant, awarded by the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.076 STEM Education), provides $582,542.00 to Trustees of Indiana University to develop and implement a collaborative research initiative that introduces middle school students to foundational semiconductor concepts and manufacturing processes. Through hands-on experiences in community-based makerspaces, the project will directly empower approximately 110 students, 20 educators, and 16 family members across two states to develop an interest in science, engineering, and technology. Using tangible toolkits and immersive mixed reality environments, the initiative will help make abstract semiconductor concepts more tangible and accessible for the participating students. The project will leverage partnerships with organizations like the Rockville Science Center, Westgate Academy, and the Kid Museum to support outreach and implementation efforts, further expanding STEM education opportunities. The award period runs from Sep 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2029.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
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| Not listed | $582.5k | 8/27/25 |