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Greater Houston Section - Project SEED Program 2026 Area Coordinator: Dr. Eme Abu
Project SEED was established in 1968 to help economically disadvantaged high school students expand their education and career outlook. 2020 marks 52 years since Project SEED was created and has allowed research in more than 400 institutions for more than 11,000 students. Project SEED provides opportunities for students who historically lack exposure to scientific careers by allowing them to spend a summer conducting hands-on research with a scientist in academic, industry, and government research laboratories. Students usually receive a fellowship award and a chance to receive a Project SEED college scholarship. Project SEED 2026 Another Successful Summer!
The Greater Houston Section of the American Chemical Society recently concluded another successful Project SEED Summer Program, led by Eme Abu! This summer, 16 students completed research experiences at the University of Houston, Sam Houston State University, and Houston Electron Microscopy Laboratory. The program culminated in a Celebration of Learning at St. John's School in Houston, where more than 100 attendees gathered to recognize the students' achievements and the impact of the program. The event also recognized this year's scholarship recipients which was led by Tai-Yen Chen. In addition, our local section's Excellence in High School Chemistry Teaching award recipient, Dr. Eric Oblinger, and our dedicated Project SEED mentors were honored for their outstanding contributions. We wrapped up the summer on a high note! Congratulations to all of our students, scholarship recipients, mentors, and award winners on an outstanding summer of discovery, learning, and achievement. |
Questions regarding mentor or student fellow positions should be directed to Area Coordinator Eme Abu (emeabu1@gmail.com).
The Project SEED Committee Needs Your Help
Can you help the Project SEED Committee with one or more of the following?
- Work with project sites to ensure that the mentor-fellow relationship develops and has a smooth transition
- Assist with executing the Project SEED forum, e.g. checking students, refreshments, and posters
- Assist with fundraising efforts: suggesting donors and new methods to solicit funds
All efforts will be coordinated with the Project SEED Area Coordinators. If interested in volunteering for Project SEED, please contact us at acs-ghs@acs-ghs.org