NIST NRC Post-Doctoral Program - Economic Study - Reminder Email

Subject: NIST Study of Post-Doctoral Program Follow-up

To: [invitee’s email]

From: Robin Merse

Cc: Courtney Silverthorn

Dear Dr. [invitee’s last name],

I hope this finds you well. I would like to remind you that The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting a study into the economic impacts and efficacy of the NIST-NRC post-doctoral program. The aim of the study is to identify and analyze the various economic outcomes that are resultant of an individual’s residency in the program at NIST, and attempt to measure the total economic benefit that is made through the knowledge diffusion generated by this program.

We would appreciate 10 minutes of your time to provide answers to a very brief survey regarding aspects of your professional career post-residency. Of course, your answers and comments will be kept confidential and will not be quoted in a final report.

Again, please find attached the survey. Response would be preferred within 2 weeks from the receipt of this email.

With best regards,

Robin Merse and Courtney Silverthorn

Robin Merse

Student Economist | Technology Partnerships Office

National Institute of Standards and Technology | 100 Bureau Drive | Gaithersburg, MD 20899 USA

301.975.0495 | robinmerse@nist.gov

Courtney Silverthorn, PhD

Deputy Director | Technology Partnerships Office

National Institute of Standards and Technology | 100 Bureau Drive | Gaithersburg, MD 20899 USA

301.975.4189 | courtney.silverthorn@nist.gov