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Since program inception, over 4,700 fellowships have been awarded and over 70,000 applications received. DoD plans to award new three-year graduate fellowships each fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds) to individuals who have demonstrated ability and special aptitude for advanced training in science and engineering.

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The Department of Defense is committed to increasing the number and quality of our nation's scientists and engineers. As a means of increasing the number of U.S, citizens and nationals trained in science and engineering disciplines of military importance, the DOD plans to award approximately 200 new three-year graduate fellowships annually.

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The DOD's National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship is a highly competitive, portable fellowship for those who intend to pursue a PhD in science and engineering in one of the 15 supported disciplines of research interest to the DOD. The Program supports approximately 8,000 graduate students annually. The NDSEG confers high honors upon its recipients, and allows them to attend whichever U.S. institution they choose, and engage in fundamental studies under the leadership of a senior researcher.

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Supported fields are: aeronautical and astronautical engineering; biosciences; chemical engineering; chemistry; civil engineering; cognitive, neural, and behavioral sciences; computer and computational sciences; electrical engineering; geosciences; materials science and engineering; mathematics; mechanical engineering; naval architecture and ocean engineering; oceanography; physics.

Program Benefits: 

NDSEG Fellowships last for three years and pay for full tuition and all mandatory fees, a monthly stipend, and up to $1,000 a year in medical insurance. The stipend for each of the 3 years is at the following rates: $30,500 for the first year, $31,000 for the second year, and $31,500 for the third year. Fellows also receive up to $1,000 per year for medical insurance. Fellows must be enrolled in coursework or engage in research activity during the summer months. Persons with disabilities may receive additional special educational expenses.

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These fellowships are offered to individuals with a demonstrated ability and special aptitude for advanced training in science and engineering. Applications are encouraged from women, persons with disabilities, and members of ethnic and racial minority groups – including African American, American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander, and Hispanic or Latino persons – that have been underrepresented in science and engineering fields.

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Graduating seniors or graduate students in the first or second year of a Ph.D., or master's, program.

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Usually mid-December.

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Students or alumni, as applicable, may apply directly to this program. Applicants are encouraged, however, to work with SF State's fellowship advisor well in advance of the program deadline to perfect their application essays and other materials.

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The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program , funded by the Department of Defense (DoD), is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students.

SMART offers scholarships for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students currently pursuing a degree in one of the 24 STEM disciplines. SMART scholars receive full tuition, annual stipends, and guaranteed employment with the DoD after graduation.

SMART provides the research leaders of tomorrow with not only an education, but a career.

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SMART provides scholars with the tools to pursue their STEM education and begin their career in a civilian position with the DoD.

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Ronald V. Dellums Memorial SMART Scholarship

In 2023, the SMART Program expanded the scholarship program eligibility by introducing the Ronald V. Dellums Memorial SMART Scholarship (Dellums SMART Scholarship) . To honor the lifetime work of Representative Dellums, Congress established the Ronald V. Dellums Memorial SMART Scholarship, with the goal to increase participation of underrepresented students in the DoD STEM workforce. This opportunity expands the SMART scholarship opportunity to rising college freshmen who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in one of the 24 SMART STEM disciplines. High school seniors are eligible to apply for the Dellums SMART Scholarship.

Students seeking to attend a Historically Black College and University, Minority Institution, or Minority Serving Institution are particularly encouraged to apply. The Dellums SMART Scholarship is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements.

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The program focuses on students pursuing disciplines that are critical to national security functions of the DoD. The following is a list of SMART’s 24 approved STEM disciplines. These disciplines are general umbrella disciplines—specific applicant majors or fields of study may fall under one or more discipline on this list.

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• Civil Engineering
• Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences
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“The SMART Program was the catalyst for my research career. It has given me the opportunity to travel, meet new people, learn about new topics, and research areas, build my leadership skills, and confidence in my abilities. I am grateful for the SMART program because without it, I might not have pursued my masters and doctorate due to lack of knowledge and resources.”

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Mathematics, air force institute of technology, ph.d. (2019) mathematics, san francisco state university, ma (2010) mathematics, university of california, davis, bs 2007 (through smart 2005 cohort).

SMART scholar Jennifer Lopez, Ph.D., decided to take her family’s history of serving their country in a new direction. Jennifer comes from an enlisted family, a legacy she wanted to honor while pursuing her passion for mathematics. SMART provided Jennifer that opportunity when she received one of the first SMART Scholarship awards in 2005 for her bachelor’s degree. Nearly 15 years later, she still serves the Department of Defense at her current facility, the Air Force Research Laboratory, Sensors Directorate . Since receiving her SMART Scholarship in 2005, Jennifer has gone on to earn both a master’s and Ph.D. Jennifer’s mentor, Dr. Richard Albanese, showcased how mathematics could be applied to various research to benefit the warfighter. He encouraged her to continue her education and listen to customer. On a daily basis, Jennifer works on collaborative teams, to apply her mathematic skills to analyst needs, by developing artificial intelligence and machine learning tools, and designing experiments. Jennifer is also motivated by her role as a mother and says, “I work hard because I know I am a role model to my children. I want to show them that though it might be difficult, they can make their own path through education and make positive changes. Programs like SMART make this possible.”

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Note to PIs:   The following program summary is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It does not replace the sponsor’s actual funding opportunity announcement. Always review the most recent version of the sponsor’s full announcement to verify that the deadline has not changed and to identify the most current program requirements.

About the fellowship

The DoD, through the Office of the Under Secretary for Research and Engineering and the military services, promotes education in science and engineering disciplines relevant to the Defense mission. One means of promoting science and engineering education is through awarding fellowships to encourage promising U.S. scientists to pursue doctoral degrees in designated research disciplines.

The DoD National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship Program is a competitive fellowship that is awarded to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. dual citizens who intend to pursue a Doctoral degree aligned to the DoD services Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) in research and development at a U.S. institution of their choice.

The NDSEG fellowship is a highly competitive, portable fellowship that is awarded to U.S. citizens and nationals who intend to pursue a doctoral degree in one of 16 supported STEM disciplines listed below.  NDSEG confers high honors upon its recipients, and allows students to attend whichever U.S. institution they choose.

• Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences
• Computer and Computational Sciences
• Electrical Engineering
• Geosciences (Includes Terrain, Water, and Air)
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering (Includes Undersea Systems)
• Oceanography (Includes Ocean Acoustics, Remote Sensing, and Marine Meteorology)
• Physics (Includes Optics)
• Space Physics

Eligibility

Be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Dual Citizen, or U.S. National (as defined below)

Have completed your undergraduate studies prior to the commencement of the fellowship in September 2022

Be applying to, accepted to, or currently enrolled at an accredited graduate-level institution within the United States

Have at *least* THREE remaining years in your graduate degree program as of September 2022

Be pursuing research in alignment with one or more specific topics identified in the Department of Defense's Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs)

Applicants who are pursuing only a Medical Degree are not eligible for the NDSEG fellowship.

Award amount

The NDSEG Fellowship lasts for 3 years and pays for full tuition and all mandatory fees; a monthly stipend ($38,400 annually); a $5,000 travel budget over the Fellow’s tenure for professional development; and up to $1,200 a year in health insurance.

Award period

Up to 3 years.

Application deadline

November 30, 2021.

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Last updated:   July 2021.

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ORISE gave me the opportunity and space to learn how to be an independent scientist – what works, what does not, and how to build an impactful project portfolio. Transitioning to a fast-paced government research laboratory via ORISE enabled me to learn how to focus my research for application in the US and beyond. —Benjamin Trump, a USACE-ERDC postdoctoral fellow

The ORISE program has allowed me an opportunity to experience different facets of research, grow both personally and professionally, and learn new skills that I otherwise would not have learned had I not had this fellowship. It was the ideal stepping stone between my undergraduate studies and, in my case, medical school, and I am so grateful to have been able to participate in this one-of-a-kind opportunity. —Michelle Saillant

My favorite part of this time at USARIEM was absolutely the opportunity to learn in such a warm and welcoming environment. You are encouraged, applauded, cared for, mentored and provided with the tools to succeed. I cannot think of a better opportunity to research and grow alike. —Seth Rinehart

My first summer internship with ORISE changed the trajectory of my career. I think this program is great for students exploring different pathways in STEM-related careers. —Natalie Koons

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I love our mission at the institute, but the mentoring, by far, is the most rewarding part of my job. To watch a student come in and progress through their time there, and get ready for the next step of their career, there's nothing more exciting to watch and see. —Dr. Heidi Hoard-Fruchey, Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense

My favorite part of being a mentor was watching one of my fellows become a mentor. Witnessing the participants mature and become their own person, not just scientifically, but also as productive members of society that want to make this world a better place, was extremely gratifying. —Capt. Kevin Hauns, Ph.D., Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

This experience has been eye-opening, seeing everything that goes into designing a system from start to finish, whether it’s for an environment of motion or for virtual simulations. I would definitely recommend this program to others. —Brendan Gallagher

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National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship

The National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship program was established in 1989 by direction of congress as an approach to increasing the number of United States (U.S.) citizens receiving doctoral degrees in science and engineering (S&E) disciplines of military importance.

Applicants who are interested in furthering their education in the disciplines of military importance compete for Fellowship opportunities listed under DoD’s Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) in research development. The broad research area disciplines include, but are not limited to the following: aeronautical and astronautical engineering, Astrodynamics, biomedical engineering, biosciences (includes toxicology); chemical engineering; chemistry; civil engineering; cognitive, neural, and behavioral sciences; computer and computational sciences; electrical engineering; geosciences (includes terrain, water, and air); materials science and engineering; mathematics; mechanical engineering; naval architecture and ocean engineering (includes undersea systems); oceanography (includes ocean acoustics, remote sensing, and marine meteorology); physics (including optics) and space physics. 

**NDSEG Fellows do not incur any military or other service obligation.**

Deadline: Nov. 3, 2023

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The broad research area disciplines include, but are not limited to:

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the NDSEG Fellowship, you must meet 5 basic criteria:

• Be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Dual Citizen, or U.S. National (as defined below)
• Have completed your undergraduate studies prior to the commencement of the fellowship in September 2024
• Be applying to, accepted to, or currently enrolled at an accredited graduate-level institution within the United States
• Have at *least* THREE remaining years in your graduate degree program as of September 2024
• Be pursuing research in alignment with one or more specific topics identified in the Department of Defense's Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs)

For the purposes of the NDSEG Fellowship, the term "U.S. National" designates a citizen of the United States or a native of a possession of the United States such as American Samoa. It does not refer to a citizen of another country who has applied for but not yet received citizenship. Persons who hold permanent resident status are not eligible to apply.

Amount Description

The NDSEG fellowship provides stipends, prorated monthly based on a 12-month academic year. Stipend amounts are determined for each Fellowship class by the DoD. The monthly stipend is $3,600 ($43,200 annually) for fellowship tenure.

Stipends are paid monthly directly to the fellows. Stipend payments are electronically transferred directly to each Fellow's financial institution on a monthly basis.

If the Fellow is not enrolled in an institutionally approved academic study and/or research during the summer months, financial support will not be provided.

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2024 U.S. National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Research Fellowship

Andrew Ashdown, PhD’27, electrical engineering, has been selected as one of the recipients of the  U.S. Department of Defense National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Research Fellowship . A highly competitive fellowship, it is awarded to promising U.S. scientists and engineers to encourage them to pursue doctoral degrees in designated research disciplines of military importance.

Ashdown’s academic journey traces back to his formative years, where his curiosity for math and science led him on a path towards engineering. Following in the footsteps of his uncle, Ashdown embarked on his undergraduate studies at Stony Brook University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering in 2022. Driven by a fascination with 5G and wireless communications, Ashdown set his sights on pursuing advanced research opportunities, ultimately leading him to Northeastern and the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things (WIoT) under the mentorship of Francesco Restuccia, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering.

Motivated by a family legacy of military service, with ancestors who bravely served in World War II and Vietnam, Ashdown felt compelled to contribute to the defense of his nation. The NDSEG Fellowship presented an ideal opportunity to marry his academic pursuits with his patriotic fervor, prompting him to apply under the guidance of his advisor. His dedication to leveraging his expertise in service of national security resonated strongly with the fellowship’s mission.

At WIoT, Ashdown’s research interests converge on the cutting-edge realms of 5G cellular communications and Open Radio Access Networks (O-RAN). Through his doctoral studies, he aims to explore innovative solutions that can enhance communication systems critical for military operations and national defense.

The NDSEG Fellowship represents a pivotal milestone in Ashdown’s academic and professional journey, offering unparalleled opportunities for mentorship, funding, and networking. With this prestigious award, Ashdown envisions taking his research endeavors to new heights, with a focus on contributing to the DoD’s mission.

Reflecting on his selection among over 3300 applicants, Ashdown expresses profound gratitude for the unwavering support of his advisors and mentors. Their guidance and encouragement have been instrumental in shaping his academic trajectory and securing this prestigious honor.

Ashdown’s research contributions thus far include collaborative projects with the WIoT community and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), focusing on advancing 5G/O-RAN technologies. Looking ahead, he aspires to continue his dedication to research and innovation, with a commitment to leveraging his expertise for the greater good.

As for the future, Ashdown aspires to make impactful contributions that safeguard national security and protect the lives of fellow citizens. With his dedication and the support of the NDSEG Fellowship, Andrew Ashdown is poised to leave an indelible mark on the field of wireless communications and defense technology.

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Kwok receives 2024 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship; Bursch, Coil & Greiveldinger receive Honorable Mentions

Published: April 05, 2024

Author: Shelly Goethals

Michelle Kwok , University of Notre Dame Physics & Astronomy Major, has named a 2024 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship candidate. Three other department majors,  Evan Bursch , Sydney Coil , and Anousha Greiveldinger have received Honorable Mentions in this year's program.

Kwok has done undergraduate research with Profs. Chris Howk and Chris Kolda. In 2023, she was named a Goldwater Scholar. Kwok plans to pursue her PhDin theoretical particle physics at Boston University.

Bursch has worked with Profs. Kevin Lannon and Yuhsin Tsai in physics and astronomy and Profs. Matthew Zahr and Ryan McClarren in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. He plans to pursue his PhD in Plasma Physics at Columbia University.

Coil works with Profs. Dan Bardayan and Patrick O'Malley on conversion of the TwinSol radioactive ion beam facility to TriSol and its subsequent use to study 18 F production in novae. Coil plans to pursue her PhD in nuclear physics at Michigan State University.

Greiveldinger has worked with Prof. Peter Garavich researching cataclysmic variable stars.  She is in the Glynn Family Honors program. Greiveldinger plans to pursue her PhD at UC Berkeley.

Established in 1952, the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF-GRFP) helps students in NSF-backed STEM disciplines pursue research-based master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions. Fellows receive more than $40,000 in annual financial support. They also benefit from professional development and research opportunities through the program. 

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Congratulations  to MBG graduate student Christopher Kim! Chris just received a 2024 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.

Chris will receive three years of support from the NSF as he completes his PhD in the Jeff Coller Lab. You can see  a full list of the 2024 recipients on the NSF’s website

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2024 NSF Fellowship Program Recognize Outstanding Students in Biomedical Engineering

The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is a prestigious fellowship program that supports graduate students in various STEM fields. The program provides financial support, including an annual stipend and funding for research and professional development, for up to three years. GRFP aims to recognize and support outstanding graduate students early in their careers, fostering their potential as future leaders in their respective fields. Recipients of the GRFP have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, research potential and broader impacts on society through their proposed research. The program is highly competitive, with thousands of applications received each year and only a limited number of fellowships awarded.

This year’s fellowship winners and honorable mentions include four current Joint BME students:

• Robert Kobrin (NC State undergrad)
• Xinyi Li (UNC undergrad)
• Muskan Aslam (honorable mention, NC State undergrad)
• Melika Osareh (honorable mention, NC State Grad student)

Additionally, five former Joint BME undergraduates, now graduate students at other institutions, were recognized:

• Manasi Krishnakumar (University of Virginia)
• Jacob Allen Schulman (Vanderbilt)
• Margaret Elizabeth Stanley (University of Michigan)
• Jefferson Ryan Bercaw (honorable mention, Duke)
• Emily Warren (honorable mention, Duke)

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The MIT Department of Economics is launching a new program this year that will pair faculty with predoctoral fellows.

“MIT economics right now is historically strong,” says Jon Gruber, the Ford Professor of Economics and department head of MIT economics. “To remain in that position involves having the resources to stay on the cutting edge of the research frontier, and that requires the use of predocs.”

The nature of economic research has changed enormously, adds Gruber, due to factors like the use of large datasets, innovations in experiment design, and comprehensive data analysis, all of which require the support of predocs. This new research model empowers economists to address national and global challenges in profound and much more effective ways.

The new predoc program is made possible by an ongoing major fundraising initiative in the department. 

Gruber gave credit to Glenn Ellison, the Gregory K. Palm (1970) Professor of Economics and former department chair, for working closely with Roger Altman, MIT Corporation member and the former head and current member of the visiting committee, to craft a vision for the future of the department that will ultimately include up to 24 predocs that would work for economics faculty at MIT. 

“It’s a great vision. They put a lot of work into it,” Gruber says.

With significant support from the Altman Family Fund, Gruber explains, the predoc program will be able to ramp up, providing predocs to the department’s junior faculty. He expects six predocs to start in the department this fall.

“We’ll have a wide range of junior faculty who will be using these predocs for a bunch of really interesting and important questions that are very data- and research-intensive,” Gruber says.

Tobias Salz, the Castle Krob Career Development Associate Professor of Economics, is one of the faculty members already benefiting from a pilot of the new program. He’s working on a large project on the search engine market.

“I am working with a predoctoral research fellow who has been instrumental in many parts of the project, including the design of an experiment and data analysis,” says Salz. “Initially, I was only able to hire him for one year, but with the new funding I am able to extend his contract. The predoctoral program has therefore helped ensure continuity on this project, which has made a big difference.”

Nina Roussille, assistant professor of economics, says her work will greatly benefit from collaborating with a predoc. Several of her projects either require the analysis of large, administrative datasets or the implementation of large-scale experiments.

“This kind of work will be greatly enhanced and streamlined with the help of a predoc to construct, clean, and analyze the data, as well as to set up the experiments and study their effects. This will free up some of my time to participate in more projects and allow me to focus my efforts on high-yield tasks, such as data analysis and paper writing,” says Roussille.

Roussille adds that she’s excited about the opportunity to mentor a young economist on the path to a PhD.

“They’ll greatly benefit from the vibrant research environment of the MIT economics department,” she said.

Gruber sees the program as mutually beneficial for both the predocs and the faculty.

“The advantage for the predoc is they get research experience and they get to know a faculty member,” adds Gruber. “The advantage for the faculty is they get to work with someone who wants to excel and make an impression with the person they research for.”

Beyond establishing the predoc program, this current fundraising initiative prioritizes building resources for faculty research in the Department of Economics. In addition to the gift from the Altman Family Fund to establish the predoctoral fellowship program, this fundraising initiative has secured several other significant contributions, including:  

• the creation of the Daniel (1972) and Gail Rubinfeld Professorship Fund, through the support of Dan Rubinfeld, PhD ’72;
• the Thapanee Sirivadhanabhakdi Techajareonvikul (1999) Professorship Fund, established by economics undergraduate alumna and her husband, Aswin Techajareonvkul MBA ’02;
• another endowed professorship in the department, through the support of an anonymous donor;
• the creation of the Locher Economics Fund, which will provide discretionary resources to support faculty research for the department, through the support of Kurt ’88, SM ’89, and Anne Stark Locher; and
• a gift to create the Dr. James A. Berkovec (1977) Memorial Faculty Research Fund in Economics, established by Ben Golub, ’78, SM ’82, PhD ’84.

To date, almost $30 million has been secured for these purposes, and efforts are ongoing.

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