STEM

The majority of STEM Ph.D. graduates secure jobs outside academia, a transition that some universities already assist with. Recognizing this trend, the National Science Foundation is now investing millions to boost preparation efforts for these students.

The Exelon Academy, sponsored by Pepco and the Exelon Foundation, provides DC-area teens with hands-on STEM career exposure through programs at the University of Maryland, College Park. Over 100 high school juniors and seniors from underserved communities participated, engaging in projects like designing electrical grids and planning sustainable communities. The initiative emphasizes attracting young women to STEM fields and developing workforce-ready skills.

Chile has launched the 2026 InspiraTEC Award to recognize women leading STEM projects in Biobío. The award includes three categories: Joven Inspiradora, Emprendedora STEM, and Empresaria STEM. Regional science and economy authorities promoted the initiative in Biobío.

DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis argues that STEM students can use AI 10 times more effectively with strong technical foundations. He emphasizes the enduring value of computer science degrees and software engineering knowledge, despite AI advancements, and highlights the need for ethics and humanities in the AI era. Geoffrey Hinton and Max Levchin also support the continued relevance of computer science fundamentals.

ImmerseCon is visiting Richmond this weekend, offering a two-day event featuring STEM and gaming activities. The extravaganza provides opportunities for attendees to engage with STEM and gaming events.

Frontier Schools plans to open Columbia’s first charter school, Frontier STEM Academy, in 2027, targeting low-income students and starting with preschool through second grade. The Missouri Board of Education approved the school in April, and Frontier is currently exploring locations and planning operations.

The Department of the Air Force restored funding for 26 civilian faculty positions at the U.S. Air Force Academy and approved an exemption from a hiring freeze for academic faculty and training instructors. The decision followed advocacy by Rep. Jeff Crank and aims to maintain academic excellence and STEM qualifications at the academy.

The Department of the Air Force restored funding for 26 civilian faculty positions at the U.S. Air Force Academy and approved an exemption to its hiring freeze for academic faculty and training instructors. The decision followed a review of the FY2026 workforce optimization plan and aims to maintain academic excellence by allowing the academy to fill vacancies in STEM and other critical fields.

The Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation (AWAF) aims to increase its scholarship funding from $800k to $1 million through its annual 'Swinging for Scholarships' golf outing on August 18. The non-profit organization focuses on empowering women in automotive and mobility industries, with Riley Keehn, AWAF STEM co-chair, discussing the event in an interview.

Ernest Caravalho, a candidate for State House District 28, emphasizes economic diversification through support for local agriculture, small businesses, and investments in skilled trades, STEM, and renewable energy.

The Cal-Bridge program in California aims to address diversity gaps in STEM fields by supporting undergraduates pursuing doctorates, offering financial aid, mentorship, and research opportunities. The program has a 70% success rate in admitting students to doctorate programs, with three-quarters of participants being students of color and nearly half being women.

The National Science Foundation awarded Graduate Research Fellowships to 34 Caltech alumni and 19 graduate students. The program supports STEM research and education to strengthen the field.

Jonathan Bates, a 9-year-old student from Gonzales, Louisiana, has been selected to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum Pathways to STEM at Vanderbilt University this summer.

Mr. Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of women's inclusion in engineering Africa's future, highlighting that women's talent is an underutilized resource in Africa. He warned that their underrepresentation in STEM fields poses economic and development challenges.

Washington State STEM Signing Day gathers educators, business leaders, and elected officials to honor students dedicated to STEM fields. The event celebrates student commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math.

More than 1,300 University of California faculty members are advocating for the reinstatement of SAT and ACT entrance exams for STEM applicants. The issue was discussed by reporter Douglas Belkin on 'The Takeout'.

The article highlights 10 science fairs and competitions for high school students, emphasizing opportunities for research, teamwork, and problem-solving in STEM fields. Examples include the Regeneron Science Talent Search, Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, and Davidson Fellows Scholarship, which reward original research and innovation.

University of California faculty members are calling for the reinstatement of SAT tests for STEM program admissions, citing severe math deficits in students. The demand is based on concerns about academic preparedness in STEM fields.

Hundreds of University of California professors are calling for the reinstatement of SAT or ACT requirements for STEM majors by 2027, citing a 'widening preparation gap' caused by the test-optional policy. They argue this gap threatens the value of UC STEM degrees due to 'severe' math deficits among applicants.

Hundreds of University of California professors are urging the reinstatement of SAT or ACT requirements for STEM majors by 2027, citing a preparation gap caused by the test-optional policy that threatens the value of UC STEM degrees.

The article discusses how Silicon Valley, particularly in AI and tech sectors, is exploiting scientists by treating them as gig workers, often under unstable contracts and poor working conditions. It highlights the role of venture capital firms and tech leaders in perpetuating this trend.

The FBI participated in a virtual National Girl Scout STEM Festival to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics careers. The collaboration demonstrates mutual benefits for both the FBI and Girl Scouts organizations in advancing STEM education and career awareness.