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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) investments in scientific research address crucial problems affecting Ohio, the nation, and the world. Conquering disease and improving health, reversing the effects of climate change from global warming, creating new nanotechnological materials, and exploring alternative energy sources – these are just some of the research thrusts in ARRA awards to the Ohio State University.
To date, Ohio State researchers have submitted 512 proposals for ARRA funding. As of October 31, 2009, the university has been awarded more than $81 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Defense (DOD). Many proposals are still undergoing review.
This historic $787 billion stimulus package makes it possible for Ohio State faculty and students to be active participants in our nation's economic recovery. ARRA funds are working to stabilize the state of Ohio's higher education investments, boost student aid available through Pell grants, and make core investments in research to strengthen the economy and fuel innovation.
The value of these investments to Ohio and the nation goes far beyond their short-term impact in creating jobs and economic activity. They provide a mechanism for creating a highly-educated and a highly-talented workforce – a workforce that is critical if we are to remain competitive in the global economy of the 21st century. The new discoveries and technologies coming from these projects will serve as a cornerstone for the technology-oriented economy of Ohio and the nation.
