More than 300 scientists and engineers across the United States have received word that they have been awarded grants from a new federal program designed to encourage them early in their careers as educators and researchers.

From a total of 1,735 proposals submitted, 337 were awarded, including 90 going to women and 24 to scientists from underrepresented groups.

Grants are about 3-5 years in duration with total award amounts ranging from about $70,000 to $300,000.

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