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"Novel Approaches to Breakthrough Research," Remarks by Dr. France A. Córdova, Director, National Science Foundation, Before the Global Symposium on Scientific Breakthroughs, Tokyo, Japan, May 26, 2015
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Slide title: Interdisciplinary Centers

Slide image: infographic showing the following five centers and what they do

Centers for Chemical Innovation
Address major, long-term fundamental challenges in chemical research

Science and Technology Centers
Tackle complex, potentially transformative research through large, multidisciplinary collaborations

Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers
Advance our understanding of materials research and education

Advancing Technological Education Centers
Prepare a skilled high-tech workforce through partnerships among industry and community colleges

Science of Learning Centers
Build a deeper understanding of learning through creative, diverse research rooted in societal challenges

Image credit: NSF (infographic); iStock (icons)

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