The goals of the program are to enable higher education faculty in science and technology to:

• Contribute to the ORNL/DOE mission.
• Collaborate with DOE national laboratory research staff.
• Participate in cutting edge research in their area of interest.
• Access advanced equipment and facilities of a DOE national laboratory.
• Encourage on-campus research involving students and faculty.
• Serve as campus advocate for programs at ORNL.
• Develop and progress in scientific careers.
• Develop an appreciation for the purpose and value of the DOE national laboratory system.
• Enhance science, mathematics, engineering, and technology academic education.