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Boise State Students Win NSF Fellowships Amid Funding Decline

10/8/2025

Summary

Story summary

Boise State University graduate students Antone Chacartegui and Morgan Calahan will receive National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships starting fall 2025, amid 25% decline in federal awards this year.
Chacartegui will study ocean processes with machine-learning techniques to improve weather forecasting and resilience.
Calahan will study the genetic diversity of the Columbian sharp-tailed grouse to inform conservation via genetic adaptability.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1950, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has significantly influenced U.S. scientific research and education. However, by 2023, federal awards had dropped by 25%, affecting graduate students like Antone Chacartegui and Morgan Calahan. This decline highlights ongoing challenges in environmental science and underscores the urgent need for sustained investment to tackle critical ecological issues and support future scientific advancements.

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Story summary

Boise State University graduate students Antone Chacartegui and Morgan Calahan will receive National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships starting fall 2025, amid 25% decline in federal awards this year.
Chacartegui will study ocean processes with machine-learning techniques to improve weather forecasting and resilience.
Calahan will study the genetic diversity of the Columbian sharp-tailed grouse to inform conservation via genetic adaptability.

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