Project Grant 2600148
- The National Science Foundation Division of Undergraduate Education awarded Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences & Technology $1.711 million on October 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to strengthen avionics technician education across the nation. The award funds a consortium effort to develop curriculum modules, digital learning tools, extended reality simulations, recruitment materials, and professional development resources for avionics instructors....
- The National Science Foundation Division of Undergraduate Education awarded Clemson University $945,564 on October 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to build a next-generation technician workforce for advanced manufacturing and the electric vehicle supply chain through collaborative research. The project will develop and test an industry-responsive curriculum connecting two-year colleges, four-year colleges, industry partners, and credentialing organizations. The work...
- This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) supports a collaborative research project led by Clemson University, in partnership with Purdue University, Greenville Technical College, and several industry/professional organizations. The goal is to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and extended reality (XR) technologies to enhance the cognitive capabilities of aviation maintenance technicians during critical aircraft inspection...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Clemson University $225,428 on August 15, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to develop adoptable educational materials for AI auditing competency in undergraduate and graduate computing programs. Clemson will create a theory-guided education package consisting of six modular curriculum units covering AI auditing frameworks, model assessment, and continuous model auditing. The deliverables include hands-on...
- This federal Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) provides $330,612 to Cuyahoga Community College to develop, pilot, and validate a technician-level cybersecurity certification program tailored for the aviation industry. The project aims to address the workforce shortage in aviation-focused cybersecurity by equipping job seekers and current aviation technicians with aviation-specific cybersecurity skills. Key components include...
- This Project Grant from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program ($307,706) will support Johnson College's development and implementation of an FAA-approved Aviation Technology associate degree program from May 2022 to April 2025. The program aims to recruit and train students to fill the regional and national workforce need for aviation technicians, which is projected to grow faster than average and result in over 14,000 annual openings through 2030 according to BLS. Key...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Graduate Education awarded Clemson University $250,000 on September 1, 2026, for collaborative research under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to develop an AI agent-centered cybersecurity education framework. The project, running through August 31, 2029, will create curriculum modules, hands-on laboratories, and project-based learning activities that train students to understand both the benefits and security challenges of artificial...
- Federal Grant Award Summary Clemson University received a $4.99M Project Grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Undergraduate Education under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076), awarded October 15, 2025, with completion targeted for September 30, 2031. The grant funds the "Exploring Strategies to Strengthen Student Transfer to Engineering" initiative, which provides scholarships and comprehensive support services to 48 high-achieving, low-income...
- The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Research Laboratory awarded a $149,928 Project Grant to Clemson University Division of Research Division under the Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program (CFDA 12.800) on June 15, 2023. The grant will fund a Space-Defense Undergraduate Research Experience program at Clemson University's campus in Clemson, South Carolina. The program will provide training for undergraduate students in astronomical topics, Python programming, data analysis...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Undergraduate Education awarded Clemson University $749,918 on October 15, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to deliver a two-year freshwater ecology research experience for 24 pre-service and in-service science teachers recruited across two cohorts. Clemson will deliver an immersive research program centered on citizen science investigations, mentoring from professional scientists, professional learning workshops, and field-based...
The National Science Foundation Division of Undergraduate Education awarded Clemson University $933,976 on October 1, 2026, under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to strengthen avionics technician education across the nation. The award funds a consortium effort through September 30, 2029, led by Wichita State University Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology, Calhoun Community College, AIMS Community College, and the Center for Aviation and Automotive Technological Education Using Virtual E-Schools (CA2VES) based at Clemson University, in collaboration with additional educational institutions, industry partners, and workforce development stakeholders. The project will develop and deliver curriculum modules, digital learning tools, extended reality simulations, recruitment materials, and professional development resources for instructors in avionics education. The deliverables align classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and simulation training to prepare students and incumbent workers for careers in aerospace, defense, commercial aviation, advanced manufacturing, and related industries. The consortium will broaden access to associate degrees, technical certificates, and industry-recognized credentials for two-year college students, high school students, veterans, rural learners, and military-connected students. Work is performed in Clemson, South Carolina.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
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| Not listed | $934.0k | 8/4/26 |