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DOE NNSA SSGF applications are being accepted through Jan. 13, 2026. Candidates must be U.S. citizens who plan full-time, uninterrupted study toward a Ph.D. at an accredited U.S. university.

The Dec. 10, 2025 (1:00 p.m. CT) session will address DOE NNSA SSGF & LRGF program benefits, eligibility, application components and more. Register to join this recorded Zoom session, which will include a live Q&A component.

FSU’s Kenneth Hanson is cited as a model for professional service and scientific and professional outreach.

The DOE National Nuclear Security Administration program equips scientists and engineers with mission-critical tools for maintaining the nation’s nuclear stockpile.

Dr. Suzanne Shontz's leadership is visible on university, national and international stages, and her mentorship has inspired generations of students to pursue degrees in STEM.

New fellows will attend universities in California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio and Texas.

Dr. Tammy Ma, Lawrence Livermore’s Inertial Fusion Energy Initiative lead, is being recognized for her scientific contributions, her ability to simplify complex concepts for lay audiences, and her impact on the next generation of STEM researchers.

As Krell Institute's latest awardee, Paul Sutter has been recognized for his significant contributions to cosmology and for popularizing popularized science in multiple formats.

Jeffrey A.F. Hittinger has helped lead applied mathematics toward exascale computing, supported graduate students and demonstrated outstanding communication skills.

Rebecca Hartman-Baker was chosen for her skills in high-performance computing, building a diverse community, and communicating the potential of computational science.