TERC

Rice's OpenStax awarded $90M to lead first-of-its-kind NSF research hub for transformational learning and education research

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Mittwoch, April 24, 2024
Online, University, Telescope, ASU, Equity, Hewlett Foundation, Learning, Education sciences, Arizona State University, Teaching, Research, Software, Center for Open Science, NSF, Digital, Institute of Education Sciences, Walton family, Data Quality Campaign, Science, Future of Privacy Forum, OpenStax, Schmidt Futures, Privacy, Georgia Tech, University of Chicago, Bill, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Workforce, National Network, Student, Digital Promise, Morehouse College, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, ICPSR, Excellence, TERC, Rice University, Tutoring

HOUSTON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenStax at Rice University was awarded $90 million from the U.S. National Science Foundation to build and lead SafeInsights, a groundbreaking research and development (R&D) hub for inclusive learning and education research to benefit tens of millions of students and their instructors across all educational levels.

Key Points: 
  • SafeInsights will enable extensive, long-term research on the predictors of effective learning while protecting student privacy.
  • This five-year project represents the NSF's largest single investment in R&D infrastructure for education at a national scale.
  • "We are thrilled to announce an investment of $90 million in SafeInsights, marking a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing scientific research in STEM education," NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan said.
  • "There is an urgent need for research-informed strategies capable of transforming educational systems, empowering our nation's workforce and propelling discoveries in the science of learning.

Mission Zero Technologies turns on UK’s first direct air capture plant with the University of Sheffield

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Montag, Dezember 11, 2023
Other Energy, Utilities, Environment, Alternative Energy, Green Technology, Energy, Environmental Health, Carbon, Aviation biofuel, IPCC, Multimedia, Climate change, TERC, SAF, Ecosystem, DAC, University, Partnership, Atmosphere, Water, Aviation, MZT, Electricity, Government, Renewable energy, Jet fuel

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231211608638/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231211608638/en/
    Mission Zero Technologies' direct air capture technology sits inside a 20-foot shipping container for easy mobility and modular scaling, so that it can be deployed around the world.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Carbon removal technology developer Mission Zero Technologies (MZT) has turned on the UK’s first direct air capture (DAC) plant, which efficiently removes CO₂ from the atmosphere using renewable energy and water.
  • The plant was bought by the University of Sheffield’s Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC) for a first-of-a-kind UK project validating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) made from air to decarbonise UK aviation.
  • “We’re thrilled to be delivering our first ever DAC plant on home soil with the University of Sheffield,” said MZT’s CEO, Dr Nicholas Chadwick.

Astronauts launch Earth Movie Theater with special tribute to Bach

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Donnerstag, Juni 8, 2023
Orbit, Tears, Music, Eye tracking on the International Space Station, Beauty, International Space Station, Astronaut, TERC, Education, ASE, Film industry, Bachfest Leipzig

Astronauts release stunning movie of Earth from orbit, with glorious music of Bach, on EarthMovieTheater.org

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  • Astronauts release stunning movie of Earth from orbit, with glorious music of Bach, on EarthMovieTheater.org
    The movie is available free on EarthMovieTheater.org – the premier showcase of stunning Earth movies by astronauts, along with wonderful music by world-class musicians.
  • Each movie is custom-built as a work of art – Earth visuals plus music.
  • "Earth Chaconne" features a glorious flight path over the Sahara, Mediterranean and Eastern Europe, as photographed from the International Space Station.
  • Both make our hearts soar," says Daniel Barstow, ASE Education Mission Specialist and Director of Earth Movie Theater.

TERC Hosts 8th Annual STEM for All Video Showcase Event: Access, Inclusion, and Equity

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Dienstag, Mai 10, 2022
Parent, NASA, STELAR, STEM, NSTA, NOAA, CADRE, CS, Student, GLOBE, Policy, ONR, IMLS, NIH, NSF, Science, QEM, Partnership, Mathematics, National Science Foundation, Education, NCTM, Learning, Center, USDA, Showcase, Research, TERC, ED, Tutoring, Public relations, State

The online event, https://stemforall2022.videohall.com , provides an opportunity to hear how programs across the nation are addressing access, inclusion, and equity in STEM teaching and learning.

Key Points: 
  • The online event, https://stemforall2022.videohall.com , provides an opportunity to hear how programs across the nation are addressing access, inclusion, and equity in STEM teaching and learning.
  • Collectively, they provide a comprehensive introduction to the creative work being done across the nation to improve STEM education in both formal and informal environments.
  • Last year's STEM for All Video Showcase is still being accessed, and to date, has had over 106,400unique visitors from 183 countries.
  • The STEM for All Video Showcase is hosted by TERC in partnership with: STEMTLnet , CADRE , CAISE , CIRCLS , STELAR , CS for All Teachers , NARST , NCTM , NSTA , NSF INCLUDES , and QEM .

WattBridge Closes Finance on Fifth New Peak-Power Facility in Just 20 Months

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Donnerstag, Dezember 16, 2021
Storm, Weather, Solution, February 13–17, 2021 North American winter storm, Government, LLC, Public utilities commission, Wind, Emergency management, CoBank, Plant, Time, TERC, Research, Nomura Securities, Engineering, LM6000, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, Director of Revenue of Missouri v. CoBank ACB, Maintenance, Brotman, State, EPC, Technology, Renewable energy, Electric power industry, Greater Houston, ERCOT

HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WattBridge Energy, LLC announced financial closing on the 288-MW Brotman project, the company's fifth peak-power installation in ERCOT and the Greater Houston area in just 20 months.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --WattBridge Energy, LLC announced financial closing on the 288-MW Brotman project, the company's fifth peak-power installation in ERCOT and the Greater Houston area in just 20 months.
  • "I am pleased to see a Texas company like WattBridge moving forward with quick and effective solutions utilizing American jobs to do just that."
  • The ability to steadily build to 1,824 MW in just 20 months is made possible by a unique business and collaborative model, says WattBridge President, Mike Alvarado.
  • Adding that together means we'll accelerate plants like Brotman from close of financing to support for peak-power demand in just 16 months."

Walch Education and TERC partner to bring TERC's EMPower Series to adult educators and learners everywhere

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Dienstag, August 31, 2021
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PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Walch Education and TERC, Inc. (Cambridge, MA) today announce a new partnership to offer TERC's highly-respected EMPower and EMPower Plus series .

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Walch Education and TERC, Inc. (Cambridge, MA) today announce a new partnership to offer TERC's highly-respected EMPower and EMPower Plus series .
  • EMPower and EMPower Plus address the tremendous need for adult students to develop a strong conceptual foundation that supports the achievement of higher-level math skills.
  • The series was written by adult education professionals, field-tested in adult education programs, and is aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE).
  • Laurie Brennan, President of TERC added, "The EMPower series has provided the adult education field with unique, hands-on and conceptually-based materials for years.

May 11th - 18th: TERC Hosts 7th Annual STEM for All Video Showcase Event: COVID, Equity & Social Justice, Funded by the National Science Foundation

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Dienstag, Mai 11, 2021
Poster session, Presentation, Research, Telomerase RNA component, TERC

Over 1,100 presenters and co-presenters have come together to share 287 3-minute videos.

Key Points: 
  • Over 1,100 presenters and co-presenters have come together to share 287 3-minute videos.
  • "Anyone can get a quick overview of the current landscape as well as find gems to follow up on in more detail.
  • It was like the ideal poster session, but easier to navigate, and you can participate from home.
  • TERC has a passion for social justice and strives to create a level playing field for all learners, reaching more than three million students every year.

TERC Hosts 5th Annual STEM for All Video Showcase, Funded by NSF, to Broaden Participation and Access to STEM Education

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Montag, Mai 13, 2019
Science and technology in the United States, TERC, National Science Foundation, Science education

"The power of the Showcase is that it gives educators and researchers access to a broad range of innovative projects funded by multiple programs within the National Science Foundation and by other federal agencies.

Key Points: 
  • "The power of the Showcase is that it gives educators and researchers access to a broad range of innovative projects funded by multiple programs within the National Science Foundation and by other federal agencies.
  • Visitors to the site can filter the presentations by grade level, organization, state, keywords, or audience type to find those of greatest interest.
  • The STEM for All Video Showcaseis created and hosted by TERC, in partnership with six NSF funded resource centers:MSPnet, CADRE, CAISE, CIRCL, STELAR, and CS for All Teachers.
  • TERC is a nonprofit made up of teams of math and science education and research experts dedicated to innovation and creative problem solving.

TERC Announces New Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

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Mittwoch, Oktober 31, 2018
Education, Human behavior, Education policy, Mathematics education, TERC, Education reform, Engineering education, Science education, Inclusion, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Diversity

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct.31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --TERC is pleased to announce Dr. Stephen D. Alkins, Jr. as its new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (DEIO).

Key Points: 
  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct.31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --TERC is pleased to announce Dr. Stephen D. Alkins, Jr. as its new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (DEIO).
  • This recently created position reflects TERC's deep commitment to engaging diverse communities and cultivating opportunity and equity within science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.
  • He will oversee the TERC Scholars Program to nurture the next generation of STEM education innovators.
  • Dr. Alkins says, "Creative solutions to complex questions come from the inclusion of diverse people and perspectives.