Fields of Study

As part of its science and national security missions, the U.S. Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE NNSA) supports a broad spectrum of basic and applied research in science and engineering.  This research is conducted at DOE NNSA National Laboratories and through extensive grants and contracts with universities and the private sector.  Because of its continuing needs, NNSA has a special interest in encouraging the development of the next generation of leaders in stewardship science.

The primary objective of the DOE NNSA SSGF program is to encourage the training of scientists by providing financial support to talented students who enter a period of study and research in designated areas of stewardship science accompanied by practical work experience at DOE NNSA research facilities.  Areas of interest for this fellowship include: