The Werth Family Foundation Endowed Nanotechnology Industry Academic Fellowship (IAF) program within the Connecticut State College and Universities Center for Nanotechnology (CNT) provides undergraduate and graduate students with the opportunity to conduct team-based interdisciplinary industry-motivated research in sustainability challenges using nano and quantum technologies.
Werth IAF Summer Fellows participate in an 8-week full-time program where they conduct use-inspired research in collaboration with educators and industry professionals while exploring the business-related aspects of science and technology. Werth IAF Fellows are also provided the opportunity to work part-time on their projects during the Spring and Fall semesters.
Fellows participate in weekly business-related workshops, offered via a partnership with the SCSU School of Business. Workshop topics include intellectual property, marketing, and patents. Students will gain knowledge of the technical aspects of industry-related research as well as the business aspects.
Dates
Full-time: June 2, 2025 – July 28, 2025
Part-time: Spring and Fall semesters
Eligibility
This program is open to highly motivated STEM and business students from SCSU as well as the Connecticut State College and University System.
For the summer program, fellows must be available to participate full-time (35 hours per week) for the 8-week period.
Application Opens: November 1, 2024
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
Submit applications via the application portal below. Contact the SCSU Innovation Hub at stem-ri@southernct.edu with any questions.