Leveraging North Carolina’s Biotechnology & Motorsports Assets to Maximize STEM Performance

Organization:

North Carolina Biotechnology Center

Amount:

$139,976.46

Program Area:

STEM Initiative

County of Applicant:

Durham

Year:

2011

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to assist the NC Biotechnology Center and its partners with implementing an innovative program using the lure and tradition of motorsports and the new vision of biotechnology in the region (healthcare and nutrition) to create relevant, fun and challenging educational activities to expose students in middle school grades to STEM skills and learning experiences that are closely connected to industry clusters in the region.

Contact:

Ms. Corie Curtis15 T.W. Alexander DrivePO Box 13547Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709-3547(704) 687-8563

Areas Served:

Statewide

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