Overview
Delaware EPSCoR unites five statewide institutions: University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Delaware Technical & Community College, Goldey‑Beacom College, and Wilmington University. The initiative enhances research capacity, promotes STEM education, and drives economic growth across the First State.
Its “Advancing Research Excellence in Delaware” program prioritizes collaborative research infrastructure, workforce development, and statewide innovation. Through strategic partnerships and shared resources, Delaware EPSCoR strengthens its research ecosystem, expanding access to funding, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advanced facilities. The program’s use‑inspired model supports faculty, students, and stakeholders, cultivating a sustainable STEM pipeline and translating scientific discovery into economic and societal impact statewide.
Core Areas
Delaware EPSCoR’s core areas work together to strengthen the state’s research, innovation, and STEM workforce ecosystem.
- Administrative Core: Connects institutions statewide, manages grants support (proposal assistance, grant-writing), and administers seed funding, fee waivers, and Innovation Discovery Awards to foster use‑inspired, multi-institutional research.
- Research Support Core: Builds a statewide technical network by enhancing advanced computing and data infrastructure (HPC, storage, AI/ML tools), standardizing data access, and training researchers on cyberinfrastructure.
- STEM Pathways K–16 Core: Broadens participation through statewide outreach—STEM expos, camps, internships, and teacher development—to engage K–16 students and build a diverse future STEM workforce.