Join us for the latest information on the UIDP Industry-Integrated PhD (I-PhD) Scholars Program on September 3, 2026, from 1-2 p.m.

Since its launch, the innovative project has generated significant interest from universities, industry, and other organizations committed to strengthening STEM doctoral education. This webinar will cover next steps as the national pilot forms the inaugural cohort of university-industry partnerships.

The UIDP I-PhD Scholars Program, supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation Technology, Innovation and Partnerships Directorate (TIP), is a jointly funded model through which universities, industry and organizations co-invest in STEM doctoral training. The program is designed to integrate sustained industry research experiences into rigorous, dissertation-based doctoral education. Universities and companies interested in joining can learn more and submit an application through the program website

Meet the Speakers

Anthony Boccanfuso

President & CEO
UIDP

Gretchen Bollar Fiorenza

Program Manager
UIDP

Registration is closed. Questions, info@uidp.net

This informational webinar is open to UIDP member and non-member representatives, and includes an opportunity for Q&A with the speaker. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required and subject to approval

When

Thursday, September 3, 2026
1-2 p.m. ET

Questions?

This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation Award #2624416. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. National Science Foundation.