Keystone Advanced Materials Innovation Engine
The NSF Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program aims to establish regional, technology-driven innovation ecosystems across the United States.
These ecosystems focus on:
- accelerating key technologies,
- fostering economic growth,
- creating quality jobs, and
- enhancing national competitiveness and security.
The Opportunity
Establish economic growth and community wellness through an inclusive workforce and technology development ecosystem that positions the region as a leader in manufacturing next-generation powder metals (PM) and semiconductor chips for e-mobility
The Gap
Most PM components are not compatible with e-mobility, and U.S. producers rely heavily on foreign components and power semiconductor chips.
ROBUST PARTNERSHIPS
Deep collaborations across a wide range of partners, including industry, academia, government, nonprofits, civic society, and communities of practice.
ACCOUNTABLE LEADERSHIP
Strong, CEO-led organization with accountability to a governance board, regional stakeholders, and NSF.
REGIONAL ECONOMIC IMPACT
Co-design and co-creation of research and development (R&D) and translation activities with direct impact on the end users in the Engine’s region of service.
CULTURE OF INNOVATION
A nimble organization that engages in use-inspired R&D that adapts to changing societal and economic needs.
INCLUSION AT ALL LEVELS
Diversity, equity, and accessibility (DEIA) are intentionally and meaningfully embedded at all levels in leadership, R&D, and workforce development activities.
COMPREHENSIVE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Workforce development initiatives to train and educate technicians, researchers, practitioners, and entrepreneurs to meet regional workforce needs
Contacts:
PRINCIPLE INVESTIGATOR
Joshua Robinson
jrobinson@psu.edu