National Science Foundation (NSF) establishes new directorate

National Science Foundation (NSF) establishes new directorate
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NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan announced a new directorate within the U.S. National Science Foundation focused on Technology, Innovation and Partnerships, or TIP, during his session on Reinvigorating Science and Technology for the Future of U.S. Innovation. According to NSF’s Press Release, “This new directorate — NSF's first in more than 30 years — builds upon the agency's commitment over seven decades to serve as a beacon of U.S. innovation, advancing the frontiers of research and education across all fields of science and engineering. TIP is a critical first step that will accelerate the development of new technologies and products that improve Americans' way of life, grow the economy and create new jobs, and strengthen and sustain U.S. competitiveness for decades to come.”