CA2VES Coordination Network Innovation Award Winner:
Paul Weber
Utah Valley University
Paul is the lead investigator on an NSF ATE grant: Integrating Environmentally Improved Photolithography Technolgy and Virtual Reality Games into Advanced Nanotechnology Education.
Through this grant, Paul has developed VR simulations that can be taught in a nanotechnology course. Simulations include using a Scanning Electron Microscope and Photolithography. Recently, Paul provided a workshop on using VR in technical education programs. His dedication to providing nanotechnology students unique learning environments in the virtual world will lead to growth in the use of VR in technical education.
Paul will receive a $500 prize and free registration at the 2021 HI-TEC Virtual Conference! He was nominated by Jared Ashcroft of Pasadena City College.