North American Chinese Educational Foundation (NACEF) 

North American Chinese Educational Foundation (NACEF) is a nonprofit public organization incorporated under the Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law for charitable purposes. North American Chinese Educational Foundation is exclusively organized for promoting educational excellence in Chinese communities and facilitating Chinese student talents with mainstream societies within the meaning of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. Headquarter of NACEF was started at Stanford University in the spring of 1998. A few students and scholars got together and shared the belief that education is a critical requisite and an effective catalyst for social and economic development between Chinese communities and mainstream societies in United States 

In January of 1998, North American Chinese Educational foundation (NACEF) along with Chinese Youth Development Foundation (CYDF) and Association of Chinese Students and Scholars at Stanford (ACSSS) launched the Event: The Project Hope - Fund Raising in North America ‘98 & ‘99 has been joined by Chinese student associations in 33 universities like Harvard, MIT, Columbia, UC Berkeley, CalTech, and Toronto, and by a couple of Chinese community organizations like North American Chinese Network and Southwest China Association as chief-co-organizers and cosponsors. The objective of China Project Hope - Fund Raising in North America ‘98 & ‘99 is to motivate and unite organizations and individuals who are concerned about the educational development of China. The first donor to the event is Professor Steve Chu, winner of the 1997 Nobel Prize for physics. Professor Chu made the donation after he heard of the event in early Jan. He said he would be happy to do something for the poor Chinese school dropouts. He urged more people to join our efforts. The Fund Raising in North America  has caught a great attention among public, The outcome of this project had sponsored the return to school of over 5,000 children who were forced to drop out because of sheer poverty and established 5 Hope schools in poverty area in China.

North America Chinese Education Foundation (NACEF) is in its 26 year of service. We have been dedicated to promote Chinese community educational excellence.

In recent yeas, NACEF has focused on educational research and development programs on youth science education and AI Applications in Senior Health Management programs

1-, Youth science program focused on training future biomedical researchers in bioinformatics RNA-seq data analysis. this program aligns perfectly with North American Chinese Educational Foundation’s commitment to promoting youth engagement, racial equity, and leadership development within the community.

The primary problem we aim to address with our program is the lack of accessibility and opportunities for high school students from low-income families and minority communities to acquire skills in bioinformatics RNA-seq data analysis. Over the past three years, our bioinformatics training program has successfully trained over 100 talented high school students. However, we have observed a significant disparity in enrollment rates among students from low-income families and minority communities, primarily due to financial barriers.

In the ever-evolving landscape of biomedical research, the reliance on bioinformatic data analysis is rapidly increasing. As traditional wet lab experiments give way to more sophisticated and compacted approaches, it is crucial for future biomedical researchers to be familiar with this technological revolution and adequately prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. Recognizing this need, we initiated our bioinformatics training program in 2020.

Our program provides comprehensive training in bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) data analysis. Each student undergoes 10-15 classes of intensive training, followed by a four-week research section. During this research section, students select diseases as their biology topics, apply the tools and techniques learned in the classes to analyze bulk and single-cell RNA-seq datasets, and present their projects. By the end of the program, each student delivers four presentations, demonstrating not only their proficiency in bioinformatics RNA-seq data analysis but also their ability to identify research topics and complete independent research projects.

The outcomes and achievements of our training program have been outstanding. Several of our students have become finalists in national science competitions, and many have gained admission to top-tier colleges such as Princeton, Stanford, UPenn, Berkeley, and others. However, we recognize that our current efforts to provide scholarships to low-income students are limited in scope.

By focusing on underprivileged and minority students, we actively promote racial equity by providing them with the necessary tools and opportunities to succeed in the field of biomedical research. North American Chinese Educational Foundation is intended to expand our scholarship program and offer more opportunities for low-income and minority students to excel and thrive in the future.

Moreover, our program fosters community engagement by empowering youth from diverse backgrounds and preparing them for leadership roles in scientific discovery and innovation.

In conclusion, we believe that our bioinformatics training program holds tremendous potential to address the existing gaps in youth science education and empower underrepresented students in the field of biomedical research.

AI Programs

North American Chinese Educational Foundation (NACEF) is planning to launch AI Applications in Senior Health Management programs 

Program Director: Winston Woo

Program Mentor: William Woo

Program Introduction: 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in enhancing health management for seniors and family members at home. NACEF will lead research and development efforts related to AI applications in senior health management.

Here are the research projects of North American Chinese Educational Foundation and the ways North American Chinese Educational Foundation programs can use AI:

    * Examples of AI utilization:

        * Health Monitoring:

            * In-Home Monitoring Systems: AI-powered systems will discreetly monitor elderly individuals, track activities, and detect health issues.

            * Medication Management: AI tools will assist seniors in adhering to medication schedules.

            * Fall Detection: AI algorithms will analyze sensor data to identify sudden falls and alert caregivers.

            * Vital Signs Monitoring: Wearable devices with AI capabilities will continuously track vital signs.

        * Personalized Assistance:

            * Virtual Assistants: AI-powered virtual assistants will provide reminders and companionship.

            * Social Interaction: AI chatbots and robots will engage in conversations to reduce loneliness.

        * Predictive Analytics:

            * AI algorithms will analyze historical health data to predict potential issues (e.g., urinary tract infections, mobility decline).

        * Emergency Response:  * AI systems will automatically alert caregivers or emergency services during critical situations.

    * It is essential to recognize that AI should complement human interaction, not replace it.