Advancing Microelectronics Education
Funding Agency:
- National Science Foundation
NSF is accepting proposals to conduct education-related research and development to prepare a diverse microelectronics workforce beginning with the early preparation of K-12 students in and outside of school settings and extending through undergraduate, graduate and other levels of adult learning. This DCL encourages proposals that will inspire, study and support learners' interest and motivation to pursue education pathways and careers in microelectronics. Successful projects should engage students and learners in activities that will build knowledge and skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) needed for the microelectronics workforce of the future. The Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) encourages the education research community to respond to this challenge through existing funding opportunities in EDU listed at the end of this DCL. Note that these proposals must meet all of the requirements of the corresponding funding program solicitations, including applicable deadlines and budget guidelines.
As appropriate, proposals may address learning in formal and informal environments, including but not limited to research and development of microelectronics curricula, exhibits and programs at science centers, educational approaches to expand equity and opportunity, student internships, graduate traineeships, and educator professional development. The needs of important stakeholders, such as industry professionals and professional societies may also be addressed. It is imperative that the microelectronics industry of the future be founded on principles of inclusivity that ensure equitable access to new careers. Thus, this DCL encourages all proposals to include educational approaches designed to broaden participation in microelectronics and related careers. Proposals can build from the perspectives and strengths of talent pools that have not yet been fully tapped. The program encourages the participation of the full spectrum of diverse talents in STEM.
Standard Grant or Continuing Grant
Various
Questions about this DCL should be directed to edu_chips@nsf.gov