Future technologies & enabling plasma Processes

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RESEARCH

Building plasma science and engineering (PSE) research capacity in AL, including Low-Temperature Plasma (LTP) and space plasma science, in academic institutions and partners

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INTERNSHIPS

Supporting undergraduate and graduate education, training, and research opportunities, and encouraging and enabling access to plasma physics for diverse populations

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K-12 OUTREACH

Creating new educational and outreach resources and plans for  K-12 students and teachers, promoting plasma science and engineering (PSE) and general STEM

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Ftpp initiative

The NSF EPSCoR Future Technologies and Enabling Plasma Processes (FTPP) is a 10-member university and industry consortium. The project leverages Alabama’s laboratory and space plasma science expertise to contribute scientific knowledge, technologies, and workforce to Alabama’s aerospace, manufacturing, advanced materials, medical, bioscience, and agricultural sectors.

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Lead Institution: The University of Alabama in Huntsville
Principal Investigator: Dr. Gary P Zank
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What is plasma?

Plasma is a state of matter consisting of a collection of ionized particles, electrically neutral atoms, and molecules. It makes up more than 90% of the observable universe and underpins several high-tech manufacturing industries. Familiar forms of plasma include the sun, stars, lightning, neon signs, television screen displays, welder’s torches, and rocket exhaust.

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Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? 🚀Meet Emmanuel Ramogi, who completed the Corporate Internship Plasma Training (CIPTA) program!🥽 “The research I conducted and the professional relationships I built during the program helped me secure my current position at Evonik,” he says. “Without this experience, I would not have had the same level of exposure to cutting-edge research or the opportunity to work at such an esteemed institution.” 📅 Applications are open now! Don’t wait—your story starts here! 🫶 🔗 Want to read more? The Link is in the bio!!

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? 🚀Meet Emmanuel Ramogi, who...

🫵Are you curious about our FTPP Internships? ✨ Check out the newest article in our bio about Kaitlyn Hemauer’s adventures through the ISWC Internship and her journey through South Africa! Don’t forget applications are live! So go apply!!🌟 Link is in the Bio! 🎓

🫵Are you curious about our FTPP Internships? ✨ Check out the newest article in our...

🤩FTPP is Excited about our internship opportunities and wants YOU to apply! Yes, You!🫵 ➡️ Check out the website in our bio to learn more. About our internships: • RIPP: Regional Introduction to Plasma Physics - 9-week paid summer research internship program at an FTPP institution. • CIPTA:Corporate Internship Plasma Training in Alabama - 10-week paid summer internship program at an Alabama private company. • ISWC: International Space Weather Camp - Summer camp with University course credit, all-expense paid internship, including international travel to Germany. • SE REU: South Eastern Research Experiences for Undergraduates - Funded/Paid program for HBCU students to participate in quality REU programs at an FTPP partner institution.

🤩FTPP is Excited about our internship opportunities and wants YOU to apply! Yes, You!🫵 ➡️...

🎓CALLING ALL STEM UNDERGRADUATES AND GRADUATE STUDENTS🌟 Your time is now! Applications are LIVE for our four amazing summer internships programs. Advance in your career, develop deeper skills, and connect with industry experts. Spread the word!!! ✅LINK IS IN THE BIO #STEMInternships #FutureLeaders #FTPPInternships #FTPPAL #nsffunded

🎓CALLING ALL STEM UNDERGRADUATES AND GRADUATE STUDENTS🌟 Your time is now! Applications are LIVE for...

From writing letters to IMAP to creating art with 'Communicating in Color' and exploring the '4 States of Matter', STEAMfest 2024 had us hands-on with science and creativity! Who knew learning could be this fun?✨ #NSFfunded #PlasmaPhysics #FTPPAL

From writing letters to IMAP to creating art with 'Communicating in Color' and exploring the...

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a hugely successful 1st Annual International AL Plasma Physics Conference (AIAPC) – ‘AI-Informed Plasma Physics: the Opportunities’! We enjoyed insightful discussions, new connections, and a fantastic turnout in Huntsville. Your enthusiasm made it all possible, and we can’t wait to see you next year! #AIAPC #PlasmaPhysics #Huntsville #FTPPAL

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a hugely successful 1st Annual International AL...

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About the cooperative agreement

FTPP involves a partnership comprising nine universities and a research corporation in Alabama and is funded through Cooperative Agreement OIA-2148653 by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through a Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII) Track-1 five-year grant within the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR)*. The FTPP project is overseen by the Alabama EPSCoR Steering Committee.

* Disclaimer: The opinions, findings, and conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.

vision

Alabama becomes a world-renowned hub for PSE (Plasma Science Engineering) through developing transformative future technologies (such as advanced materials, food safety and sterilization, space weather prediction) and building foundational plasma science research and industry with a skilled workforce.

Diversity

Our mission is to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our research, education, and workforce development initiatives. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging and respect, where individuals from all backgrounds are welcomed, supported, and empowered to participate fully in shaping our project’s work and impact.

Mission

FTPP will build research, education, economic, and workforce capacity in pursuit of making foundational discoveries in space and laboratory plasma physics and create future societally transformative technologies in the State of AL, utilizing Alabama’s statewide expertise in plasma science and technology.