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Florida Foundation for Future Scientists

The Florida Foundation for Future Scientists (FFFS) is a statewide, non-profit organization authorized by the state of Florida to discover scientific and technical talent in the schools of Florida and to encourage the pursuit of careers in science and engineering. The FFFS is housed at the University of Central Florida and is provided support by the College of Engineering and Computer Sciences to promote outreach programs for pre-collegiate students. The primary objective of the FFFS is to administer the State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida with 37 Regional affiliates sending more than 900 talented students to the event each year.


Organization contact: Nancy Besley, ()
Organization website: http://www.floridassef.net

 



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