# Microelectronics In Connecting Real-world Opportunities for Computer Science (MicroCS)

> **NSF 0600CYXXDB CHIPS No Year** · Hofstra University (NY) · $299,929

## Abstract

Microelectronics are the backbone of modern devices and systems. Introducing students to this field can spark interest in careers which are of vital importance in the modern economy. This high school strand CSforAll Research-Practice Partnership Project between Hofstra University, Birdbrain Technologies, North Carolina State University, and 13 high school technology and engineering teachers aims to ensure that high school students learn about microelectronics through the use of hands on, real-world problem-solving opportunities.  The project will enhance the microelectronics dimension of the Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) course curriculum and materials  to enliven students’ interest in the big ideas of computing. The project will develop students' interest and motivation in microelectronics and stimulate creativity, with the potential to improve educational practices that would yield broad economic, scientific, and workforce benefits to individuals and society as a whole.  

MicroCS is a High School Strand research-practice partnership. project. RPP partners include members of an implementation and management team, a Research Team, and a Practitioner team comprised of 13 technology and engineering teachers. The project will be carried out in  Carroll County, MD; Wilmington, NC; and Raleigh, NC. The problem of practice the project will address is remedying the lack of emphasis current CS curricula place on microelectronics by enhancing NSF-develope

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2434887
- **Awardee organization:** Hofstra University (NY)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** SR22RUJJ11H2
- **PI:** Anthony T Gordon
- **Primary program:** 0600CYXXDB CHIPS No Year
- **All programs:** Computer Science for All (CS for All)
- **Estimated total:** $299,929
- **Funds obligated:** $299,929
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2027

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2434887

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2434887, Microelectronics In Connecting Real-world Opportunities for Computer Science (MicroCS). Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-08 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2434887. Licensed CC0.

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