The NSF Engineering Research Center for the Internet of Things for Precision Agriculture (IoT4Ag) seeks applicants for its Research Experience for Teachers (RET) Program for summer 2022.
This program is designed to give K-12 teachers the opportunity to work with scientists from the University of Pennsylvania on cutting-edge research to address the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security by advancing technologies that increase crop production. Participants will earn a summer stipend, along with a travel and classroom materials allowance, for conducting research and developing classroom activities alongside IoT4Ag researchers.
Program dates: Summer 2022
Program location: University of Pennsylvania
Who is eligible: Philadelphia-based K-12 teachers (STEM teachers are especially encouraged to apply)
Program details:
Download the 2022 RET Call for Applications
Applications for the 2023 RET Program are expected to open in Spring 2023.
Please reach out to us at iot4ag@seas.upenn.edu with any questions.