National Science Foundation Commits $30 Million to Math Talent and Accelerated STEM Degree Pathways

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is investing $30 million over four years in 'National Math Stars' programs, matched by private philanthropy, to expand talent identification and development. Additionally, NSF's planned 'NextGen Workforce' program will support new accelerated bachelor's-to-doctoral pathways and interdisciplinary graduate training in STEM fields, aiming to help students enter the workforce sooner.