Congressman Cohen Announces Physics Research Grant

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today that the National Science Foundation has awarded a $252,934 grant to the University of Memphis for a multidisciplinary program for undergraduates in the Physics and Material Sciences program. The grant underwrites a summer program in which students will be immersed in research-intensive activities.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

"Preparing students in all areas of science, technology, engineering and math – the STEM disciplines – is always a good investment. I applaud the National Science Foundation and the University of Memphis for their collaboration."