MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WV News) — A research project at West Virginia University was awarded $748,564
Specifically, the funding will allow WVU to focus on a range of high-priority research needs, including deep space exploration, manufacturing in space, and advancements in technology and science that will also benefit humanity here on Earth, according to Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, who announced the funding on Monday.
Sen. Joe Manchin also announced the funding which came from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). It will fund a three-year research initiative.
“West Virginia has a long history of space exploration, from Katherine Johnson to the Rocket Boys, and West Virginia University is continuing that legacy today. I’m pleased NASA is investing more than $748K to support our hardworking students, faculty and staff involved with innovative research programs to advance our understanding of space and technology,” said Manchin. “I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of this funding and as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue advocating for resources to support scientific research across the Mountain State.”
Capito said, “Our higher education institutions are the center of innovation, and I am working to get them the resources they need to continue their work and to inspire more people across our state to shoot for the stars.
She continued, “I am excited to see this funding
announced today, which will help support WVU’s—and our state’s—involvement in
our nation’s pursuit to learn more about what exists beyond earth. As a staunch
supporter of the NASA EPSCoR program, I am thrilled to see the tradition
continue at WVU with the acceptance of their proposal into this program.”