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K-12 STUDENTS

Inspiring Future Innovators Through Nanotechnology

NY CREATES’ K-12 program introduces students to the exciting world of nanotechnology through guided tours of the Albany NanoTech Complex and its state-of-the-art facilities. Hands-on activities deepen their understanding of nanoscale science, sparking curiosity and encouraging exploration of cutting-edge technologies.

K-12 Programs

NY CREATES’ programs have been organized each year to excite the imagination of local K-12 students through organized tours of state-of-the-art fab and characterization facilities at the Albany NanoTech Complex, and in hands-on activities designed to increase familiarity with nanoscale science and technology concepts, including IC fabrication.

Interested in bringing your K-12 class here to show them an exciting future?
Contact Capri O’Hara for more information.

The Northeast Advanced Technological Education Center (NEATEC)

Through an extensive network of community college, university, and industry partners, NEATEC identifies the essential technician competencies and skills required for such a workforce. NEATEC will develop curricular components and delivery methods to impart those skills to students. NEATEC will also create and disseminate educational materials to support curricula implementation at its community college and high school partners to provide professional development activities for K-12 schools and community college faculty.

Additionally, through partner internships, co-ops, shadowing opportunities, and outreach activities, NEATEC will educate current and future students regarding technological career pathways to expand the pipeline of K-12 students interested in semiconductor and nanotechnology career options.

A key joint NY CREATES and SUNY program, NEATEC is an organization that won a $6M NSF award in 2019 to develop workforce training programs. It is a Regional Center for Semiconductor and Nanotechnology Education funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF DUE #1003574) to serve as a critical, sustainable resource to build and maintain a skilled technical workforce for the semiconductor and nanotechnology industries throughout New York and Western New England.

Student training for internship in semiconductor career