Selective Programs, cont.


The STEAM Program Science and Technology Expansion via Applied


Mathematics (STEAM) is a comprehensive, National Science Foundation—funded program that expands and supports undergraduate education in all areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.


The unifying theme of STEAM is Applied Mathematics: the ability to bring mathematical skills and quantitative modeling to all fields of science and technology.


The goal of STEAM is to make more students aware of the opportunities offered by an interdisciplinary, professionally- oriented science education, and to support them through the entire arc of their academic experience. The program offers participating students a better experience in their introductory mathematics courses by stressing the applicability of mathematics to many interesting real-world questions. For non-math majors it aims to teach them how to use their mathematical knowledge in their field of interest. For this purpose, STEAM supports activities such as curriculum development, undergraduate research, seminars, etc.


Eric Rios-Doria Fourth Year | The STEAM Program


Senior joins prestigious summer medical program


A double major in chemistry and


mathematics, senior Eric Rios-Doria will take part in the University of Graz in Austria summer research program. He will conduct biomedical research, shadow a physician-scientist and be exposed to many facets of physician training.


Rios-Doria transferred to CSI in 2007 and has felt at home ever since.


“I’ve found so many more opportunities here,” he says. “I’ve attained invaluable skills both inside the classroom and laboratory and outside.”


Soon after his arrival at CSI, Rios-Doria began conducting research in chemistry with Professor Krishnaswami Raja.


“Dr. Raja has taught me how to become a better researcher,” says the student, who has presented his research at local and national conferences.


Under Raja’s lead, Rios-Doria has embarked on an independent project in which he is working to synthesize a liquid crystal that will have photovoltaic applications.


“An example of such an application,” he explains, “would be the cost-effective use of solar cells. It looks very promising and should provide exciting results.”


14 College of Staten Island Aspirations Fulfilled


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