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What's Happening at ORISE

  • Creating world changers: CIA Mission Possible: Operation Advance Technology contest awards five teachers $60,000 each

    Feature Story

    Creating world changers: CIA Mission Possible: Operation Advance Technology contest awards five teachers $60,000 each

    From New Jersey to Montana, five teachers across the United States have been awarded $60,000 in laptops and other advanced technology to engage their students with science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). To enter the contest, these teachers submitted short videos creatively illustrating the need and possible uses for advanced technology in their school.

  • Future of Science Awards

    Call for nominations!

    These prestigious awards recognize excellence performed by ORISE participants in the areas of scientific achievement, professional growth, project contributions, and leadership. Eligible ORISE participants must be nominated by their mentor or leaders at sponsoring institutions. Mentors and leaders at sponsoring organizations may nominate outstanding participants from May 1, 2023 through July 31, 2023.

  • CDC: Katherine “Katie” Wozniak

    Research Spotlight

    Biochemist intern programs robots to improve efficiency in medical research laboratory

    An extensive scientific journey led Katherine “Katie” Wozniak to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), where she learned aspects of science that branched out from her field. She encourages other scientists to push the envelope with research that may not align with their original expertise.