The Michigan State University Research Foundation, Michigan State University, and a consortium of their research partners have been selected for a Tech Hubs Strategy Development Award from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration.

The EDA Tech Hubs Program is an investment in the future of the United States, created as part of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. The program aims to transform select regions into globally competitive innovation centers that strengthen U.S. competitiveness.

“We’re excited to have this Strategy Development Award.  It gives us an opportunity to showcase the depth of our technical capacity and the strength of the economic development engine we’ve put into place over the last 10 years,” said David Washburn, Executive Director of the MSU Research Foundation.

The MSU Research Foundation’s proposal, titled “Materials Advancement and Research Solutions Strategy Development Consortium,” focuses on transforming the region’s economy based on expertise and competitive advantages in advanced materials science, specifically the manufacturing of specialized synthetic diamonds and rare isotopes. These synergistic advanced materials are driving groundbreaking improvements in semiconductor chips, defense and space electronics, advanced manufacturing, medical imaging, sensing, quantum computing, and other applications essential to U.S. national and economic security, and Michigan State University has deep expertise in this domain.

“The MARS proposal builds on two key areas of strength at Michigan State and will serve as platforms for significant commercial and economic development outcomes,” said MSU Interim President Teresa K. Woodruff. “These areas of strength have overlaps and synergies, both technical and in the industries they will enable. This is great news for Michigan State, the MSU Research Foundation, and our local community!”

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