Emergent young scientists

Mon, 02 Dec 2013 19:00:00 -0500

Cultivating a growing pool of young engineers and scientists is an continuous activitiy that the IGERT trainees and affiliates have identified as a priority. The IGERT participants have stated often in focus groups that "If it hadn't been for my 5th grade science teacher, I wouldn't be here today." Or, "My high school physics teacher told me I have a talent for science, without her, I would not be an IGERT student." It is the enthusiasm for science and engineering that becomes contagious for young poeple. Access and exposure to advanced science concepts presented at a level that young people can understand and have hands-on experiences that make programs like IGERT a reality.