Grantee News – A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation

COVID-19 response at Penn State propelled by interdisciplinary connections

In response to the ongoing pandemic, the Manufacturing and Sterilization for COVID-19 (MASC) Initiative was launched at Penn State in March. With more than 350 researchers contributing, the initiative is focused on designing and delivering rapidly scalable solutions and generating tangible impact, particularly within the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Read More: COVID-19 response at Penn State propelled by interdisciplinary connections

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Engineering students 3D print PPE for their families on the front lines, including masks and no-touch door openers

“One of the main appeals of the Clark Scholars program for me was community service,” said Rajesh. “I really wanted to give back. Before the pandemic, I wasn’t able to give back in a way that was unique to me. But now I feel like I am really putting my engineering skills to use for […] Read More: Engineering students 3D print PPE for their families on the front lines, including masks and no-touch door openers

Engineers Create Solutions for a Crisis

University of Maryland engineering faculty and students who faced the shuttering of their campus labs to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are now repurposing them to meet the urgent needs of first responders and medical professionals fighting the virus on the front lines. Read More: Engineers Create Solutions for a Crisis

Georgia Tech Responds to Covid-19

The battle against Covid-19 is a worldwide challenge unlike any in living memory. The Georgia Tech community has joined the fight, contributing our expertise, innovation, and indomitable spirit to the effort. Read More: Georgia Tech Responds to Covid-19