Engineering EPSCoR Engagement Convocation Materials
On June 17-18, 2024, UIDP convened 220 EPSCoR engineering representatives to a meeting at NSF designed to increase researcher competitiveness in pursuit of NSF funding.
Need a recap? Access available presentations and event materials from the Engineering EPSCoR Engagement Convocation below, and bookmark this page to find new resources as they are added. These presentations were not prepared by UIDP and do not necessarily reflect UIDP policies or positions.
June 17, 2024
Tony Boccanfuso, UIDP; Alicia Knoedler, NSF
Attendees heard from leading academic researchers as they share their insights on how EPSCoR faculty can best position themselves for project success. This panel offered researchers opportunities to interact with awardees across the engineering directorate.
Engineering Education and Centers (EEC)
Jose L. Zayas-Castro, NSF; J. Kemi Ladeji-Osias, NSF; Patricia Simmons, NSF; Amelia Greer, NSF; Paul Torrens, NSF; Dana Denick, NSF; Lan Wang, NSF; Matthew Verleger, NSF; Jesus Soriano Molla, NSF; Prakash Balan, NSF
The Division of Engineering Education and Centers (EEC) invests in the creation of 21st century engineers and the discovery of new technologies through transformational center-based research, research in education and inclusion, and research opportunities for students and teachers. EEC is home to NSF’s signature programs for Engineering Research Centers and Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers.
Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (EFMA)
Sohi Rastegar, NSF; Alias Smith, NSF; Louise Howe, NSF
Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (EFMA) strategically supports projects in important emerging areas in a timely manner. Established in fiscal year 2015, the office also provides support to multidisciplinary education programs and facilities.
June 18, 2024
Leveraging EPSCoR Funding Opportunities
Sandra Richardson, NSF
Participants gained insight into the EPSCoR program with particular attention paid to current opportunities and funding mechanisms.
Developing Successful Proposals and Pursuing Big Ideas
Lance Perez, University of Nebraska; Tony Boccanfuso, UIDP; Kellianne Lauer, McAllister & Quinn
This session highlighted tips and helpful guidelines to developing a successful NSF proposal.
Jean Feldman, NSF; Sarah Stalker-Lehoux, NSF
The Policy Office in the Division of Institution and Award Support is responsible for developing, implementing, and issuing proposals and award policies for the programs of the NSF. This session explored how proposals must be submitted according to the newly revised PAPPG (NSF 24-1). Additionally, this session featured the Office of the Chief Research Security Strategy and Policy to discuss current research security guidelines.
NSF Beyond Engineering: Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP)
Joda Thongnopnua, NSF (TIP)
Following intensive discussion with NSF engineering directorate, attendees had the opportunity to hear from the Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) directorate.