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Research
Great emphasis is placed on research and related activities, independent study and inquiry and action projects and employment as means of developing abilities.
Research

The variety, scope, and incidence of research and related scholarly activity within the University continue to increase. Usually, research carried out by the faculty combines the inquiry for new knowledge with the education of students at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Great emphasis is placed on research and related activities, independent study and inquiry, action projects, and employment as means of developing abilities. Faculty research grants support research-related activities and travel. Government and industry, in addition to the University, support and sponsor University research activities. Research and educational development activity is found in all academic disciplines.

Summary of Government Active Grant Awards

 

Project Title: Project ASK: Applying Student Knowledge for Success in Cybersecurity and Data Science

PI/PD Name: Khreisat, Laila
Department/School: Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Sponsoring Agency: National Science Foundation via a Partnership with Kean University
Project Period: 10/15/2021 – 09/30/2026
Total Award to FDU: $999,987 (Including $48,677 Indirect Costs)

Abstract

This S-STEM proposal will broaden the research of prior initiatives led by Kean University and include the following institutions with similar student populations emphasizing Cybersecurity and Data Science, i.e., Fairleigh Dickinson University, Brookdale Community College, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Union County Community College.  The project will continue to innovate and share the recruiting and advising methods and lessons learned during prior S-STEM awards, particularly the importance of faculty advising, building a cohort community, and supporting professional development.  Best practices of the Computing Alliance for Hispanic Serving Institutions (CAHSI), an NSF INCLUDES Alliance, will be used for responding to the national need for cybersecurity and data science professionals, building a regional community of expertise and opportunity.