1. Montana
THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) is the only federal agency whose mission includes support for all fields of fundamental science and engineering.
BY THE NUMBERS
Montana in FY 2016
$33 million: NSF funds awarded : NSF-funded institutions
85: NSF grants awarded
“The next generation has to be able to dream big things. If you restrict funding, you can't dream big dreams.”
− Dr. Renee Reijo Pera, Vice President for Research & Economic Development, Montana State University
EXAMPLES OF NSF-FUNDED RESEARCH IN MONTANA
Researchers at the Montana State University are optimizing the production of biofuels from plant cellulose using a recently discovered fungus named Gliocladium roseum. The fungus ferments cellulose into hydrocarbons which are similar to the ones found in petroleum.
Researchers at Chief Dull Knife College have developed Zeolite water filters to remove 99.9% of bacteria from water. Using various combinations of Zeolite and cement, students at the college were able to develop economical filters, which had practical flow rates and met international water purification standards.
University of Montana researchers have used data from weather stations, atmospheric weather models, and satellites to develop improved computer models for estimating temperatures across mountainous landscapes. Accurate spatial data can help scientists understand temperature-driven changes to vegetation and wildlife habitat.
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INVESTMENT IN SCIENCE = INVESTMENT IN MONTANA
Montana performed science and engineering related academic research and development activities worth $175 million in
More than 15,000 Montana residents work in science and engineering occupations.1
In 2012, Montana had 2,600 high technology businesses that employed 25,000 people.1
Montana residents were awarded over patents between
University of Montana created 9,700 jobs, generated $200 million in state tax revenue and provided $1 billion in after-tax income until
Montana State University created 13,500 jobs, provided $900 million in after-tax income and generated $250 million in tax revenues.3
1 Science and Engineering Indicators 2016 NSF
2 The University of Montana: Growing Montana’s Economy, 2010
3 Montana State University: Economic Impact Report, 2010
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2. Montana
Since 1952, NSF has supported nearly 50,000 graduate students through research fellowships.
Montana received $5 million in NSF educational funding in FY 2016.
THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) not only funds cutting-edge research at institutions across the country; NSF’s education initiatives ensure the U.S. will remain a global leader in innovation for generations to come.
EXAMPLES OF NSF-FUNDED EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN MONTANA
The University of Great Falls supports 16 academically talented students every year under the Scholarships for STEM program, which includes research preparation, weekly professional development meetings, science writing enrichment and peer-led study sessions, to promote students’ intellectual growth and develop workplace skills.
Polar scientists at Montana State University are collaborating with students and teachers on the Crow Reservation to provide science enrichment activities, such as hands-on activities and field experiences, for 10 fourth-grade classrooms in three schools, and professional development for their teachers.
Salish Kootenai College was the first tribal college to offer a baccalaureate degree in engineering for American Indian students who are underrepresented in STEM disciplines. Support from NSF has allowed them to recruit 5 Ph.D. faculty into their engineering, baccalaureate and associate-level degree programs.
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“Montana’s economic success depends on our ability to strategically align our education system, workforce, and private business. This [work-based learning opportunities in STEM] program will help boost our efforts to increase our pool of highly skilled and talented workers, improve our state’s economic productivity, and set a trajectory for sustained economic growth.”
- Governor Steve Bullock
“An investment in our students is critical to the strength of our state.”
− Denise Juneau, Former Superintendent of Public Instruction, Montana
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