ACES in STEM Education Fellowship: Community-Engaged Research 

The ACES in STEM Education Fellowship at the University of Houston is dedicated to cultivating independent researchers who tackle critical challenges in STEM education through authentic community engagement. This two-year research training program for postdoctoral students equips fellows with the skills to bridge research and practice by partnering with underserved communities, particularly in Houston’s historic Third Ward. 

As part of the fellowship, scholars will design and lead their own research initiatives, supported by an interdisciplinary team across UH’s College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, College of Education and College of Engineering. Fellows will focus on producing impactful research that advances STEM education and fosters meaningful community engagement. Fellows are funded through grants awarded from the National Science Foundation.   

The Authentic Community Engaged Scholars (ACES) in STEM Education Fellowship is helping shape the future of STEM education!

Key Personnel and Potential Mentors 

	Jerrod Henderson, Ph.D. (PI) Chemical Engineering College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
	Mariam Manuel, Ph.D. (co-PI) Mathematics/teachHOUSTON College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
	April Peters-Hawkins, Ph.D. (co-PI) K-12 Professional Leadership College of Education
	David Horton Jr., Ph.D. (co-PI) Engineering Education Cullen College of Engineering

Contact Us  

ACES in STEM Education Fellowship 
University of Houston 
acespost@uh.edu