Stem next generation navy stem: expanding successful stem programs (24-000007126)

Georgia TECH Research Corp received a $150,000 Project Grant from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) under the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Education, Outreach and Workforce Program (CFDA 12.330) effective October 1, 2025, with completion scheduled for September 30, 2028. This award supports the "STEM Next Generation Navy STEM: Expanding Successful STEM Programs" initiative, which aligns with ONR's mission to develop STEM educational programs for K-12 students, uniformed Navy personnel, and Navy civilians. The project leverages Georgia Tech's established research capabilities and partnerships to expand existing STEM programming that demonstrates naval or defense relevance while building the science and engineering workforce pipeline critical to national defense.

The specific products and services delivered through this three-year project are anticipated to include expanded STEM educational programming, outreach initiatives to increase participation in STEM disciplines, collaborative activities with educational institutions and naval laboratories, and workforce development activities designed to enhance awareness of Navy and defense career opportunities. As a competitive award under the ONR program, the project was selected based on technical merit, educational impact potential, appropriateness of evaluation metrics, and alignment with Navy defense mission objectives. Georgia TECH Research Corp's extensive experience managing federal STEM education grants and partnerships with leading research universities positions the organization to effectively execute this expansion of successful programs.