Enhancing K-12 science education through outreach programs.
Education and Outreach Core C
This project is all about getting more middle school students excited about science, especially reproductive biology, by expanding a successful program that has already helped lots of kids learn and grow, particularly in rural areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cornell University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ithaca, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11083782 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This outreach initiative aims to expand the 'Fall into Science' program, which engages K-12 students in scientific learning, particularly in reproductive biology. The program has successfully involved over 120 students and reached more than 1800 students through presentations. With additional funding, the initiative plans to recruit more graduate students to enhance outreach activities and develop new educational programming, especially targeting rural schools. The focus will be on teaching fundamental principles of reproductive biology to middle school students.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would be middle school students, especially those in rural communities who may have limited access to science education resources.
Not a fit: Students outside the K-12 education system or those not interested in science may not receive any benefit from this outreach program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve science education and engagement among K-12 students, particularly in understanding reproductive biology.
How similar studies have performed: Similar outreach programs have shown success in enhancing student engagement and understanding of scientific concepts, making this approach a proven method in educational outreach.
Where this research is happening
Ithaca, United States
- Cornell University — Ithaca, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lin, David M. — Cornell University
- Study coordinator: Lin, David M.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.