At the Massachusetts STEM Summit, the Biogen Idec Foundation announced the availability a total of $50,000 in mini-grants for schools and non-profit organizations in the greater Boston area to support science education.  Applications are due December 31, and awards — up to $2000 per teacher or $5000 per school — will be made by February.  Applicants must be tax-exempt, non-profit agencies.  Details are here.