If you are reading this on a smartphone, thank NSF. NSF-funded research has played a key role in supporting and advancing the development of smartphones, enabling the ability to obtain information at your fingertips and connecting us to the world. For decades, NSF has been investing in the technologies that are key elements of the device, including touch screens and lithium-ion batteries, the networks that connect users and cybersecurity measures that protect data privacy. For more, check out: h