Georgia THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) is the only federal agency whose mission includes support for all fields of fundamental science and engineering. BY THE NUMBERS Georgia in FY 2016 $139 million: NSF funds awarded 18th: National ranking in NSF funds 36: NSF-funded institutions 548: NSF grants awarded 12: NSF research centers/facilities “A strong Georgia economy is essential to the future of this university, just as a strong University of Georgia is important to the future growth and development of the state’s economy and citizens.” − Jere W. Morehead, President, University of Georgia EXAMPLES OF NSF-FUNDED RESEARCH IN GEORGIA Funded in part by a NSF Small Business Innovation Research grant, PhosphorTech Corp. of Lithia Springs, Georgia, has developed new materials that improve the energy efficiency and performance of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Researchers at the Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Research site have contributed significantly to understanding patterns and processes that shape estuarine and marsh environments. Their research enables better understanding of climate change, sea level rise, and human alterations of coastal landscapes. Engineers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a wireless technology that converts tongue motions of severely disabled individuals to specific commands of a mouse cursor or powered wheelchair. Courtesy: www.research.gov/seeinnovation INVESTMENT IN SCIENCE = INVESTMENT IN GEORGIA Nearly 170,000 Georgia residents work in science and engineering occupations.1 Georgia companies received $496 million in venture capital in 2014.1 NSF-funded research contributed to the generation of 1,130 patents awarded to Georgia residents between 2000 and 2009. 2 Research at Georgia universities has lead to the creation of 150 companies and 5,500 jobs.3 Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, and University of Georgia rank in the top 70 academic institutions nationally in research and development expenditures.1 University of Georgia received $30.5 million in income from licensing its technology products in 2009.4 1 Science and Engineering Indicators 2016 NSF 2 R&D Dashboard 3 Georgia Research Alliance 2009 Annual Report 4 Association of University Technology Managers Coalition for National Science Funding (CNSF)  www.cnsfweb.org

Georgia Since 1952, NSF has supported nearly 50,000 graduate students through research fellowships. Georgia received $23 million in NSF educational funding in FY 2016. THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) not only funds cutting-edge research at institutions across the country; NSF’s education initiatives ensure the U.S. will remain a global leader in innovation for generations to come. EXAMPLES OF NSF-FUNDED EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN GEORGIA Fort Valley State University’s Research Experience for Undergraduates program provides underrepresented students with hands-on opportunities in biotechnology research. Past participants have gone on to pursue graduate degrees and careers in science. The University of Georgia Research Foundation Inc. organizes a summer genomics and bioinformatics training program for middle and high school teachers, which is designed to bring information from one of the fastest growing fields in science into classrooms. The NSF-funded Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program at Kennesaw State University trains new science, technology, engineering, and math teachers for high-need schools. Morehouse College neuroscientists partner with Georgia high school students in the Promoting Our Worth as Entrepreneurs and Researchers in Innovative Technology program, which trains students in information communication technology and neuroscience. Courtesy: www.research.gov/seeinnovation “Our No. 1 tool for economic development [is] a talented, highly educated workforce.” − Governor Nathan Deal “Education is the single greatest force enabling people worldwide to improve their lives and make a difference in their communities.” − Ingrid Saunders Jones, Former Chair of The Coca-Cola Foundation Coalition for National Science Funding (CNSF)  www.cnsfweb.org