mission is to build
America's capacity for innovation by nurturing remarkable applied
scientists and engineers who show the most promise to change the
world.
Our nation and the world urgently need the talents of applied scientists
and engineers to drive innovation, enhance competitiveness and
help solve critical problems we face.
The Hertz Foundation identifies the rare young scientists and
engineers with the potential to change the world for the better
and supports their research endeavors from an early stage.
The Foundation empowers these outstanding young people with the
freedom to innovate in collaboration with leading professors
in the field.
Carl Wieman Nobel Prize article - A Scientific Approach to Science Education, Stephen Samouhos works on a special MIT project designing a sustainable school in Siem Reap, Cambodia, 2007 Thesis Prize Announcement.
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