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Materials MicroWorld

September 10, 2000 - August 31, 2005 | Exhibitions

The Materials Research Society will develop "Materials MicroWorld." This will be a nationally traveling exhibition that promotes public understanding of basic scientific principles, issues, and trends in materials research. "Materials MicroWorld" will be developed in two exhibit versions, 5000-sq.ft. and 1500- sq.ft., to serve large and small science centers nationwide. Accompanying educational materials and training videos will enable each museum to tailor exhibit-related programming to suit the needs of audiences and the capabilities of staff. An electronic 'Best of Materials Science Activities ' booklet will be developed for publication on the Materials Research Society website to deepen understanding of exhibit concepts and provide parents and educators with a variety of explorations on materials science that can be safely conducted at home or in school.

Funders

NSF
Funding Program: ISE/AISL
Award Number: 0000586
Funding Amount: 1539254

TEAM MEMBERS

  • Elizabeth Fleischer
    Principal Investigator
    Material Research Society
  • Michael Driver
    Co-Principal Investigator
    Materials Research Society
  • Discipline: Chemistry | Engineering | Physics | Technology
    Audience: Parents/Caregivers | General Public | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Exhibitions | Museum and Science Center Exhibits

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