Hands-On NASA-Oriented Experiences for Student Groups (HONES)

Available to undergraduate and graduate students. Supports active participation by student groups from MSGC-affiliated institutions that engage in hands-on, authentic, science and engineering problem-solving research and development related to NASA Mission Directorate challenges and NASA STEAM engagement priorities. Requires a faculty mentor with whom the student intends to work.  Preference is given to research focused on aerospace, space science, and earth system science.

Research Seed Grants

Supports junior faculty and research scientists at MSGC affiliate institutions.  Funding is based on scientific merit and relevance to NASA’s strategic interests as expressed in NASA’s Strategic Plans. Preference is given to research focused on aerospace, space science, and earth system science and the ability of the research to advance the faculty’s future research efforts.  Secondary merit criteria are interdisciplinary of the project and the potential for extramural support.

Educational Programs

Informal educators are eligible to apply for any of the suite of educational programs that MSGC funds:

• Pre-College Education
• Public Outreach
• Teacher Training
• Augmented Support

K-12 Teacher Incentive Awards

Supports K-12 educators throughout the state who are currently teaching in a traditional classroom. Encourages teachers to engage in STEAM educational enhancement activities & purchase materials and supplies for innovative instruction. Funding is based on scientific merit and relevance to NASA’s strategic interests as expressed in NASA’s Strategic Plan. Preference is given to research focused on aerospace, space science, and earth system science However, activities in other related science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) fields, including educational research topics in STEAM, are also eligible for consideration.  Women, under-represented minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.