Project Grant 2526034
- The National Science Foundation awarded a $169,720 project grant under its STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to Chattanooga State Community College, a subsidiary of the Board of Regents Tennessee. The grant aims to address the national need for preparing and retaining highly qualified STEM teachers by providing 24 middle and high school teachers from high-need districts in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia with authentic research experiences in microelectronics and artificial intelligence...
- This $500,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) aims to prepare and retain highly qualified STEM teachers to address critical shortages. Over three years, the project will engage 24 middle and high school teachers from southeast Tennessee and north Georgia in authentic research experiences in microelectronics and artificial intelligence (AI). Teachers will participate in a six-week summer research experience and develop...
- 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)...
- 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 $500,000 Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) federal grant program to the Connecticut State University System for the "EXPLORATIONS: CENTRAL TO EXPLORING MICROELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGIES: A HUB FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND INNOVATIVE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING" project. This multi-year initiative, led by Central Connecticut State University (CCSU), aims to expand access to experiential learning pathways in microelectronics and...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.076 - STEM Education) will provide $1,993,636.00 to Tennessee Technological University (Tennessee Tech) to support the retention and graduation of high-achieving, low-income students pursuing bachelor's degrees in engineering, computer science, and technology fields. The project will provide scholarships averaging $11,500 annually for up to 30 scholars over a 5-year period. Scholars will receive faculty and peer mentoring, as...
- 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 $759,761 to Tennessee Technological University to recruit, train, and support 22 middle and high school STEM educators to teach in the rural Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee. The project aims to address the national shortage of qualified STEM teachers by leveraging strategies such as early teaching internships, education coursework, mentoring, and induction support for the graduate...
- 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 (NSF) awarded a $539,534 Project Grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to the Virginia Community College System Office, doing business as Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC). The project, titled "COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH: TEACHER CHIP PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PROGRAM," aims to establish a regional professional learning community of well-qualified 8th through 10th grade teachers to integrate chip industry content and evidence-based...
The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a 3-year, $999,353 Project Grant under its STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The grant supports the "Tennessee CHIPS STARS" project, which creates pathways for high school teachers and students to engage with microelectronics and semiconductor technologies. The project trains 20 STEM and CTE teachers to deliver a standards-aligned microelectronics curriculum and provide hands-on learning experiences, reaching over 1,000 students. It also offers paid summer internships for 45 students and enables them to earn industry-recognized micro-credentials. The initiative strengthens the talent pipeline from high school to careers in microelectronics and semiconductor industries, positioning Tennessee as a leader in advancing the nation's workforce in these critical sectors.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $999.4k | 9/10/25 |