Podcast: Photonic quantum chips promise fast future Miloš Popović, an NSF-supported associate professor, discusses a collaboration that has built a photonic quantum system into a traditional electronic chip... Read more at nsf.gov
NSF announces $100 million investment in National Artificial Intelligence Research Institutes awards to secure American leadership in AI The U.S. National Science Foundation, in partnership with Capital One and Intel, today announced a $100 million investment to support five National Artificial Intelligence Research Institutes and a central community hub. These institutes will drive… Read more at nsf.gov
Statement from NSF Chief of Staff Brian Stone, performing the duties of the NSF Director, on the White House AI Action Plan The White House's AI Action Plan sends a clear message: the United States is all-in on winning the future of artificial intelligence. This road map removes barriers to American innovation and reaffirms our commitment to seizing the opportunities of… Read more at nsf.gov
NSF Graduate Research Fellow helps turn 'forever chemicals' into valuable resource "Forever chemicals" are everywhere — from Teflon pans and dental floss to raincoats and microwave popcorn bags. Known as PFAS, these chemicals (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are noted for their resistance to heat, oil and water. That same… Read more at nsf.gov
Podcast: Unlocking the fourth state of matter [plasma] The fourth state of matter, plasma, is involved in several aspects of how modern microelectronic components are manufactured. Jeremiah Williams, a professor at Wittenberg University and a program director at the U.S. National Science Foundation… Read more at nsf.gov
New axolotl study gives researchers a leg up in work towards limb regeneration Researchers supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation have discovered that it is not how much of a key molecule that allows axolotls to regenerate limbs properly, it is how little. This new knowledge moves researchers closer to enabling… Read more at nsf.gov
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS observed by NSF-funded Gemini North telescope Using the Gemini North telescope in Hawaii, astronomers have captured an image of comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object that was first detected on July 1, 2025, by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) for which the comet was… Read more at nsf.gov
New AI model could revolutionize U.S manufacturing Artificial intelligence has transformed fields like medicine and finance, but it hasn't gained much traction in manufacturing. Factories present a different challenge for AI: They are structured, fast-paced environments that rely on precision and… Read more at nsf.gov
Voltage Park joins NSF-led National AI Research Resource pilot to expand access to advanced computing The U.S. National Science Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with Voltage Park in support of the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) pilot — a transformative public-private initiative designed to drive U.S. AI… Read more at nsf.gov
Podcast: The unnatural nature of metamaterials Metamaterials are a special class of engineered materials, designed to have properties not found in nature. Glaucio Paulino, a professor at Princeton University, discusses his work on developing modular chiral origami metamaterials, engineering… Read more at nsf.gov
AI that delivers smarter glucose predictions without compromising privacy Managing diabetes is a daily challenge faced by nearly 40 million Americans. It involves tracking food intake, timing medication and engaging in physical activity. Getting it wrong can lead to serious health issues; therefore, developing better… Read more at nsf.gov
NSF Graduate Research Fellow contribution to flight could aid disaster relief With the devastating hurricanes that swept the southeastern United States at the end of 2024, new and better ways to get critical supplies to disaster zones and rural areas are essential. U.S. National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow… Read more at nsf.gov
Podcast: Training artificial intelligence Mingyi Hong, a professor at the University of Michigan and NSF-funded researcher, discusses AI reinforcement learning strategies and the challenges of training experts. {"preview_thumbnail":"/s3/files/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video… Read more at nsf.gov
NSF advances 29 semifinalists in the second NSF Regional Innovation Engines competition The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced the 29 semifinalists advancing to the next stage of the second competition – spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from energy grid… Read more at nsf.gov
