Delaware Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research
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The University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Delaware Technical and Community College, Goldey Beacom College, and Wilmington University are partners in Delaware EPSCoR.
EPSCoR (Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) is a federal grant program led by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to enhance research capabilities and institutions in states. It has served as a model for similar programs by other federal agencies sponsoring scientific research.
NSF leads the largest EPSCoR initiative, with participation from the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, Environmental Protection Agency, NASA, and the Department of Agriculture. Delaware has received EPSCoR awards from NSF, DOE, DoD, NASA, and EPA, with matching state funds supporting the program’s goals.
Research Support Core
Provide high quality research translation, strengthen data infrastructure, connectivity and networking capabilities through strategic investments in cyhuman and physical infrastructure.
Stem Pathways K-16 Core
EPSCoR works with K-12 educators and students from middle school up to broaden interest and participation in the STEM fields: science, technology, engineering, and math.
Workforce Development Core
Strengthen skills and broaden participation in STEM through team building, research, collaboration and connectivity to meet the needs of employers in priority areas of Delaware’s Science and Technology Plan.
Administrative Core
The Administrative Core (AC) will connect institutions, promote collaborations, and communicate R&D opportunities and successes, aiming to strengthen research administration statewide.