We support engineering research that addresses national challenges — such as smart manufacturing, resilient infrastructure and sustainable energy systems — and brings about new innovations, from biotechnologies to semiconductors.
NSF-backed breakthroughs include "smart bandages" to detect infection, a "smart sponge" to clean up oil spills, an ankle exoskeleton that might one day help the mobility-impaired to walk, limb-inspired bridge designs to better withstand earthquakes, high-tech waterproof materials modeled after cicada wings, and much more.
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Directorate for Engineering
