Review of CVs shows fewer women enter and more leave these fields, a pattern that is explained in part by gender-based prejudice.
Experts can address health impacts, how pollution spreads, disaster resilience and more.
The effort will provide opportunities to displaced workers and those who have been historically underrepresented in STEM.
Among the most cited materials scientists in the world, Chung is a longtime UB engineering faculty member.
The National Science Foundation grant will support work that maximizes learning and job opportunities, Rep. Brian Higgins says.
Thanks to a $2.5 million grant renewal, the program will continue to support students of color pursuing STEM degrees.
