Interactive digital media for K-5 STEM education using music
Official title: MusiQuest STEAM: interactive digital media for K-5 STEM education integrating audio and music
Funded at Edify · NIH-11170786 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a fun and interactive music program for kids in grades K-5 to help them learn science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through music and art, making it easier and more enjoyable for them to understand these subjects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edify NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project start | August 8, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $979,797 |
| NIH project number | 4R44GM156157-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11170786 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are elementary school students in grades K-5 who are learning STEM subjects.
✕Less likely to help
Students outside of the K-5 grade range or those not engaged in STEM education may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop MusiQuest STEAM, an interactive digital media program designed for K-5 students that integrates audio and music into STEM education. By creating 60 lessons that incorporate artistic elements, the program seeks to enhance student engagement and understanding of key STEM concepts. The development process involves collaboration with educational experts and usability studies with students and teachers to ensure effectiveness and accessibility. The goal is to overcome barriers to STEAM education, such as resource availability and teacher expertise.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve STEM learning outcomes and student engagement in elementary education.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that integrating arts into STEM education can enhance learning outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Edify
Denver, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zax, Jacob — Edify
- Study coordinator: Zax, Jacob
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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.