STEM Education
31 reportsNew findings about STEM Education are placed alongside misconceptions and barriers; educational or policy interventions; and measured outcomes. The treatment of measured outcomes keeps classroom or community studies separate from longitudinal outcomes until their assumptions and scales are compared; interpretation remains cautious because test performance may not capture how people evaluate evidence in real decisions.
Midwest Quantum Collaboratory Reaches Eight Universities
The Midwest Quantum Collaboratory has become an eight-university consortium after UIC and other regional institutions joined a network focused on quantum research, knowledge sharing and workforce development.
RBC Builds a Quantum Strategy Before Quantum Finance Arrives
Royal Bank of Canada is combining quantum application research with post-quantum security migration, academic fellowships, developer training, a new Director of Quantum role and a C$180 million hardware investment.
NASA Reopens ORBIT Challenge for 2027 With Up to $500,000 in Student Prizes
NASA has reopened registration for the 2027 ORBIT Challenge, offering university and college teams up to $500,000 to develop research-based solutions for Earth and future space missions.
NASA ORBIT Challenge opens mission work to student teams
The NASA ORBIT Challenge gives university and community college students access to NASA intellectual property and mission problems, with up to $500,000 in prizes, expert mentorship and a pathway from technical concepts to potential commercial applications.
Room Temperature Quantum Computer Heads to Public High School
Fairfax County Public Schools plans to place XeedQ's four-qubit diamond spin processor at Skyview High School in December 2026, giving students direct access to room-temperature quantum hardware through learning pathways beginning in spring 2027.
Students Design Airports for a Two-Fuel Aviation Future
A new Dream with Us challenge asks middle school teams to redesign an airport around liquefied natural gas and traditional aviation fuel while accounting for safety, aircraft changes and passenger needs.
FIU Selects IonQ Superion for On-Site Quantum Computing
Florida International University has contracted IonQ to install a dedicated 256-physical-qubit trapped-ion quantum computer in Miami, creating Florida's first university-based system of its kind and opening planned access to students, researchers, invited scientists, and affiliated regional centers.
Yenepoya Plans Quantum AI Hardware Lab in Mangaluru
Yenepoya University and REYRA AI plan a Mangaluru laboratory for quantum-inspired hardware and software while preparing students and faculty through certification courses in quantum computing and Quantum Machine Learning.
NASA Astronaut Anil Menon Will Answer New Hampshire Student Questions
A live NASA stream will carry prerecorded STEM questions from New Hampshire students to astronaut Anil Menon aboard the International Space Station on Thursday, Sept. 24, offering students a direct view of science and space careers in orbit.
NASA Builds State Hubs for the Aerospace Workforce
NASA has launched a nationwide workforce initiative with seven State Hubs across the United States designed to connect students with technical skills, credentials, and hands-on aerospace experience.
Casper College launches quantum education program with NSF funding
Casper College has secured a $444,059 National Science Foundation grant to build a statewide quantum workforce pipeline, distributing experimental kits and launching new educational programs across Wyoming
Chicago State University launches CQuEST Center for quantum and semiconductor training
Chicago State University has opened the CQuEST Center, bringing quantum information science and semiconductor technology education to the South Side, with direct access to labs and paid internships for students.
ROBOTIS Open Humanoid GYM Lets Students Train Robots With Real Hardware
ROBOTIS has launched the Open Humanoid GYM Project, giving university teams direct access to humanoid robots and simulation tools for hands-on AI behavior development, bridging the gap between virtual training and physical deployment
Quantum EDGE Academy Simulates Hands-On Training for QPU Hardware
QuantrolOx and QURECA have introduced the Quantum EDGE Academy, a simulator-based platform designed to train experimentalists and engineers in quantum processor measurement, tuning, and system operation without direct access to physical quantum hardware
India Approves Quantum and AI University Campus in Amaravati
India's first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence University campus has been approved for Amaravati, with a ₹730.70 crore grant supporting advanced research infrastructure and workforce training in quantum computing, photonics, and semiconductor technology
Quantum Software Integrated Into Luxembourg Business School Curriculum
Superpositions and the European Business Institute of Luxembourg have launched a partnership to embed quantum computing and hybrid algorithm workflows into business education, giving students direct access to quantum software platforms and real hardware backends
How NASA Mechanics Maintain Spacecraft and Support Exploration
NASA relies on highly trained mechanics to keep spacecraft, launch vehicles, and support equipment operational. Their work spans aircraft, rockets, and heavy transporters, requiring specialized skills and rigorous certification.
NASA SCoPE Trains Planetary Science Interns in Public Engagement
NASA SCoPE collaborated with Arizona State University's FORCE Summer School to provide undergraduate interns with hands-on training in science communication and public outreach, focusing on planetary research under extreme conditions
Quantinuum and SIT Launch Quantum Workforce Training in Singapore
Quantinuum and the Singapore Institute of Technology have agreed to develop hands-on quantum computing training, aiming to prepare engineers and developers for work with advanced quantum hardware and software in Singapore
BLOQ Quantum and Srirama College Launch Quantum Education Program
BLOQ Quantum and Srirama Engineering College have agreed to integrate a cloud-based quantum computing platform into the college's curriculum, aiming to expand quantum software skills and research capacity in Andhra Pradesh
DOBOT LUMO Demonstrates All-Terrain Humanoid Mobility and Interaction
DOBOT has presented LUMO, a humanoid robot designed to navigate varied indoor and outdoor environments, combining computer vision, voice interaction, and motion control to adapt its behavior to different users and tasks
FAU Offers Executive Training on Quantum Computing Strategy
Florida Atlantic University has introduced an eight-week certificate program for enterprise leaders, focusing on quantum computing evaluation, sourcing, and deployment, with hands-on exposure to a 4,400+ qubit annealing system
PsiQuantum Funds Quantum Workforce Training in South Chicago
PsiQuantum has committed $250,000 to support STEM education, higher education, and technical training in South Chicago, aiming to build a local talent pipeline for the region's developing quantum technology sector
Quantum Communications Lab Brings Real Hardware to Indian University
QNu Labs and SRMIST have launched a quantum communications laboratory equipped with industry-grade quantum key distribution hardware, aiming to train faculty and expand practical quantum education in India
Communicating Quantum Technology: Challenges for Public Understanding
As quantum computing research accelerates, effective communication strategies are needed to explain complex quantum concepts, address technical jargon, and reach diverse audiences across the quantum sector
Meta and BlackRock to Build $14 Billion AI Data Center in Texas
Meta Platforms and BlackRock have agreed to jointly develop a large-scale data center campus in El Paso, Texas, designed to support Meta's artificial intelligence infrastructure. The project is expected to deliver 1 gigawatt of computing capacity by 2028
Andhra Pradesh Launches Quantum Startup Hub with RTIH, WISER, and QISE
A new partnership between the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub, WISER, and QISE aims to expand quantum education, research commercialization, and startup incubation across Andhra Pradesh, targeting regional integration with national and global quantum ecosystems
Bloq Quantum and Partners Launch Quantum Skills Labs in Kerala
Bloq Quantum has formalized partnerships in Kerala to establish an undergraduate quantum computing laboratory and expand quantum workforce training, aiming to address regional skills gaps and support India's National Quantum Mission
IEEE Conference Targets Cross-Generational Leadership in STEM Fields
IEEE will host its first International Leadership Conference in Budapest, focusing on collaborative leadership and knowledge transfer between generations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The event aims to address the challenges of rapid technological change and workforce transition
AI Systems Challenge Human Role in Mathematical Discovery
Recent advances in large language models and proof assistants have enabled AI systems to generate, formalize, and verify complex mathematical proofs, raising new questions about the future of human mathematicians and the value of human understanding in mathematics
Student-Led Robotics: Botball's Approach to Autonomous STEM Education
Botball introduces standardized robotics kits and text-based coding to classrooms, requiring students to design, build, and program fully autonomous robots without adult intervention. The program's structure aims to equalize access and foster technical skills.