The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) has announced that the Indigenous Knowledge Research Program is now accepting applications. The deadline for submissions is November 29, 2024. Selected participants will be notified in December.
According to AISES, the Advancing Indigenous People in STEM cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Tribal Relations encourages high school, undergraduate, and graduate students to develop and conduct research projects that highlight the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and Western science/engineering.
Now in its third year, the program will select participants who will be recognized as Indigenous Knowledge Student Researchers.
These students will be supported in a skill development journey from January 2025 to October 2025.
They will receive airfare, lodging, and registration to present their research projects at the 2025 AISES National Conference.
Skill development includes a $450 stipend for Indigenous Knowledge research, mentorship from USDA for Western science components, virtual sessions with experts on topics related to Indigenous Knowledge and research—ranging from data sovereignty to applying for grant funding—and monthly check-ins to share research progress and gather feedback.
To be fully supported by the program to attend and present at the 2025 AISES National Conference, participants must meet all requirements by August 2025.
This November, AISES is honoring the strength, resilience, and brilliance of Native communities during Native American Heritage Month.
Throughout this month, AISES will spotlight the inspiring achievements of Indigenous innovators, leaders, and changemakers, paving the way for a future where Native voices lead and transform the STEM landscape.
AISES is dedicated to creating opportunities and empowering Indigenous students, professionals, and communities in the fields of STEM.
Earlier this fall, the organization collaborated with Building Native Community at Google to discuss how Indigenous and Aboriginal minds shape technology while fostering community support to help each other and future Native professionals.
The event featured discussions on how Native employees enrich the workforce and how their technological innovations nurture the next generation of Native professionals.
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