Idaho National Laboratory (INL) aims to lead in nuclear research, renewable energy systems, and security solutions to enable transformative changes around the globe. With a team of over 6,100, INL focuses on developing advancements in nuclear energy, creating carbon-free energy options, and ensuring national critical infrastructure protection. Their work includes testing advanced nuclear concepts, supporting NASA's space exploration through radioisotope power, improving electric vehicle batteries, safeguarding the power grid, and pioneering waste-to-fuel technologies among others.
The Innovation in STEM Requests for Proposals by INL are geared towards enhancing STEM education and workforce development. These grants, offering up to $30,000, aim to support STEM-related projects from organizations, universities, and other educational institutions that align with INL's mission and objectives within K-12 education and workforce preparation. INL places a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion in evaluating these proposals, encouraging projects that espouse these values. Each submission is considered independently to ensure a wide impact and support towards building a future-focused STEM workforce.