The National Science Foundation - A Foundation for Innovation

The video highlights the National Science Foundation's (NSF) crucial role in supporting fundamental research that leads to innovation and economic growth. It discusses how NSF funding has helped major companies like Qualcomm and Symantec grow from small startups. The video emphasizes the importance of basic research in driving technological advancements and preparing the workforce for future challenges. It also showcases NSF's impact on various fields, including clean energy, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing, and its commitment to inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers.

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