Grants & Projects

Securing funding to advance research and educational initiatives in physics and STEM education.

Funding Overview

Dr. Ntam has secured substantial funding from prestigious organizations to support research and educational initiatives aimed at broadening participation in STEM and enhancing online education.

$2M+
Total Funding
2
Active Grants
2
Funding Agencies
5+
Years of Funding

Current Grants

Dr. Ntam is currently leading or contributing to several funded projects that support STEM education and diversity initiatives.

Promoting Excellence, Retention, Scholarship in STEM (PERSIST)

National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant #2130350

$1,499,916
January 2022 - December 2027
Principal Investigator

The PERSIST project aims to enhance retention and success rates for low-income students in STEM disciplines through a comprehensive approach that includes mentoring, scholarship support, and innovative educational strategies.

Project Objectives:

  • Identify factors that contribute to persistence for low-income students in STEM disciplines
  • Develop and implement evidence-based interventions to support student success
  • Provide financial support through scholarships to reduce barriers to education
  • Create a supportive community of practice for STEM students
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and disseminate findings
Project Website

PERSIST 2025 Application Promo

Tuskegee's Summer Institute for Increasing Diversity Among Incoming STEM Undergraduates

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

$424,939
June 2023 - June 2026
Co-Principal Investigator

This project aims to increase diversity in STEM fields by providing a summer institute for incoming undergraduate students, with a focus on developing foundational skills, research experiences, and a supportive community.

Project Objectives:

  • Provide early research experiences for incoming STEM undergraduates
  • Develop foundational skills in mathematics, science, and computing
  • Foster a sense of belonging and community among diverse STEM students
  • Connect students with mentors and role models in STEM fields
  • Prepare students for success in STEM degree programs
Project Website

NASA STEM DAY Video

Past Grants

Dr. Ntam has previously led or contributed to these recently completed grant projects.

MPS-ASCEND EM: A Postdoc Community of Mentoring and Networking

National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant #2220322

$997,128
2022 - 2024
Co-Principal Investigator

This project focuses on creating a supportive community for postdoctoral researchers in mathematical and physical sciences, with an emphasis on mentoring, networking, and professional development to enhance career trajectories.

Project Objectives:

  • Establish a mentoring network for postdoctoral researchers
  • Provide professional development opportunities tailored to career advancement
  • Foster collaboration and networking among postdoctoral researchers
  • Support the transition from postdoctoral positions to independent research careers
  • Increase diversity in mathematical and physical sciences through targeted support
Project Website

Tuskegee's Summer Institute for Increasing Diversity Among Incoming STEM Undergraduates

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

$65,000
June 2022 - March 2023
Co-Principal Investigator

This initial phase of the summer institute project focused on developing the program framework, recruiting participants, and piloting key components of the initiative.

Project Objectives:

  • Develop curriculum and program structure for the summer institute
  • Establish partnerships with NASA centers and researchers
  • Recruit and select participants for the pilot program
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and gather feedback for improvement
  • Prepare for full-scale implementation in subsequent years
Project Report

Past Projects

Dr. Ntam has previously led and contributed to several successful projects that have made significant impacts in physics education and research.

First-principles study of pressure dependence of phonon lifetimes in FeSi

HBCU/MEI Summer Faculty Program

June - July 2013

Conducted research on the pressure dependence of phonon lifetimes in FeSi using first-principles calculations at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, contributing to understanding of thermal transport properties in materials.

21st Century Teaching Methodologies to enhance Physics-I Course Effectiveness

Tuskegee University

2014

Developed and implemented innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student learning outcomes and assessments in introductory physics courses, with a focus on active learning and technology integration.

Quality Matters Implementation at Tuskegee University

Tuskegee University

2019 - 2022

Led the implementation of Quality Matters standards for online courses at Tuskegee University, establishing a systematic approach to course review and quality assurance in digital learning environments.

Funding Agencies

Dr. Ntam's research and educational initiatives have been supported by prestigious funding agencies committed to advancing science, education, and diversity in STEM.

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National Science Foundation

Supporting research and education in science and engineering through grants and cooperative agreements.

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NASA

Funding initiatives to increase diversity in STEM fields and prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers.

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Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Supporting collaborative research through the HBCU/MEI Summer Faculty Program and other initiatives.

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Tuskegee University

Providing institutional support for educational innovations and faculty development initiatives.

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