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About Us
Hitachi Inspire STEM Education is a pioneering initiative by Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. In collaboration with renowned national organizations and leaders, Hitachi created a pioneering program that opens the door to scientific exploration. Our portable Tabletop Scanning Electron Microscope brings the vast world of nanoscience into classrooms across the world, overcoming the challenge of limited access to advanced technologies, helping educators and students alike.Through The Program, Schools Can:
BORROW A TABLETOP SEM
View the world of nanoscience in remarkable resolution with advanced, highly sophisticated, and easy-to-use equipment.
UTILIZE LEARNING LABS
Engage students with interactive modules designed by educators to make nanoscience exciting and accessible for students of all ages.
SHARE RESOURCES
Join our community of educators, access and share lesson plans, videos, and images, contribute to the growth of STEM education.
Our History
In 2011, HTA embarked on an ambitious goal: to inspire students to pursue the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields by providing them with hands-on experience with research grade scientific instruments they wouldn’t otherwise have access to. Committed to this vision, we’ve allocated around 10 tabletop scanning electron microscopes for our Educational Outreach Program, circulating them to colleges, universities, high schools, middle schools, teacher education conferences, and other community programs.
As President Obama highlighted the critical need to improve STEM education in the U.S., HTA responded with the belief that we can “Make a Big Difference in STEM Education through the Small World of Nanoscience”. Hitachi is shaping the future of STEM education, empowering progress through its expertise in technology, fostering knowledge, innovation, and collaboration.
Who We Are
Over the past years, growth in STEM jobs has been 3X faster than in non-STEM jobs. STEM professionals also experience lower unemployment rates compared to their non-STEM counterparts. STEM professionals play a crucial role in the sustained growth and stability of an economy. Research indicates that individuals in STEM occupations earn higher average salaries, irrespective of their educational background. For instance, those with a high school diploma earn nearly $39 per hour, a significant $19 more than counterparts in different fields in 2017. Moreover, individuals holding graduate degrees in STEM roles command an hourly wage exceeding $40, approximately $4.50 more on average than non-STEM professionals. This underscores the financial rewards associated with pursuing careers in STEM.
Our Mission – Powering Good in STEM Education
At Hitachi, our dedication to Powering Good extends to STEM education. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of innovators through the advancement of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, which is essential to deliver innovative solutions for the future. Through partnerships with non-profit organizations like the National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network, we amplify the reach of STEM education, making a meaningful difference in communities.
We understand that it is not only about advancing student knowledge in nanoscience but also motivating teachers and equipping them with the tools and skills for success in STEM education. The program extends beyond loaning equipment to institutes—it fosters a community of collaboration, resource-sharing, and continuous learning. While it addresses current educational needs, the Hitachi Inspire STEM Education Outreach Program is also future-focused, aligning with Hitachi’s vision of creating a positive impact globally.
Making a Big Difference in STEM Education through the Small World of Nanoscience
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