Project Grant 2523924
- This Project Grant award of $497,905 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) supports the development of virtual reality (VR) training modules for microelectronics physical assurance, inspection, and metrology education at the University of Florida. The project, titled "SATC: EDU: Designing Next Generation Training Using VR for Microelectronics Physical Assurance (VR MIPA)," aims to enhance accessibility and engagement in this critical field...
- 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, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program, aims to develop an innovative "VirtualAI-Story" tool that integrates virtual reality (VR) and large language models (LLMs) to provide personalized, situated learning through adaptive storytelling. The $399,995 award to the University of Florida will be used to create this VR-based learning environment focused on construction engineering education, with the goal of...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) will support the development of immersive virtual reality (VR) laboratory environments that feature high-fidelity interactive avatars and tactile feedback. The goal is to enable collaborative learning in online STEM education that replicates the hands-on, embodied experiences of physical laboratories. Specifically, the $300,000 project will investigate how VR labs enhanced with realistic...
- 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 Project Grant award of $575,142.00 from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program aims to compare the effectiveness of using virtual reality artificial intelligence simulations versus peer teaching to prepare undergraduate STEM education students to teach science in K-12 schools. The project, led by the University of West Florida in partnership with Southern Methodist University, Texas A&M University, Kennesaw State University, and Drake University, will...
- 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...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) is providing $250,000 to the University of South Alabama to develop a scalable, replicable model for microelectronics research and clean room training through virtual reality (VR)/augmented reality (AR) and experiential learning. The project aims to transform student training at universities that lack access to specialized microelectronics facilities and equipment by leveraging...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) provides $600,000 to The University of Texas at San Antonio to develop immersive virtual reality (VR) laboratory environments that feature realistic avatars and tactile feedback. The goal is to enhance collaborative learning in online STEM laboratories and address limitations of current virtual tools in replicating the hands-on, communicative experiences essential for deep science learning. The...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) provides $199,974 to San Francisco State University (SFSU) to acquire virtual reality (VR) equipment and resources. The project, titled "VRMAS: VR Maker Space," aims to strengthen undergraduate learning in STEM education, particularly in computer science and engineering courses at SFSU and across the 23-campus California State University system. The award will fund 10 VR workstations...
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 patterns and performance, particularly to benefit those with lower working memory capacity. The research examines how this adaptive scaffolding can help students better integrate verbal and visual information when learning about procedural and conceptual aspects of semiconductor manufacturing. This work seeks to enhance STEM education and strengthen the domestic semiconductor workforce by ensuring all learners can meaningfully engage with emerging technologies. The project period runs from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $682.7k | 8/20/25 |