August 13, 2009

Maria Elena Vivas-House

HACU interns present research findings to NSF staff

Throughout the summer HACU interns at the National Science Foundation (NSF) have been working on research projects. On August 11, the interns presented their research findings and work products in a forum open to the entire NSF staff.  The projects and presentations showcased what the NSF’s Summer Scholars Program is trying to do to broaden participation in science, engineering and mathematics.

HACU summer interns with the National Science Foundation

The following are the presentations made by HACU interns:

Investigation under the False Claims Act: A Closer Look at the Office of the Inspector General

Shelly Garg (University of Florida)

Mentors - Messrs. William Kilgallin, James Evans, and Brian Hess

The Summer of 2009: My NSF Internship Experience

Eric Esparza (University of New Mexico)

Mentor - Dr. Marc Rothenberg

BIRCH (Broader Impact, REU, and COSEE Highlights) in EAR

Sara Sanchez (University of Arizona)

Mentor- Dr. Lina Patino

On-line Communication Portals: Connecting the EEC to the Web

Jairo Pava (Florida International University)

Mentor - Ms. Victoria Kwasiborski

NSF Internship: Filled with Possibilities and Opportunities

Elizabeth Mendoza (University of San Diego)

Mentor - Ms. Emily Herchen

It Might Be Hot in Egypt, but Don't Forget the E-Jacket

Victoria Macias (Colorado State University)

Mentor- Dr. DeAndra Beck

A Critical Look at International, Intellectual Collaborations within the National Science Foundation

Francisco Cervantes (New York University)

Mentor - Dr. Harold Stolberg

Analysis of the RIG-CAA Program: Promoting the Development and Retention of Scientists from Underrepresented Groups

Gabriella Orona (Whittier College)

Mentors - Drs. Joanne Tornow and Parag Chitnis