Multiple University and Regional Teams Advance in NSF Innovation Competitions

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The NSF has announced 15 finalists for its second Regional Innovation Engines competition, showcasing regional coalitions across the U.S. working on critical technologies like energy security, mineral extraction, and quantum computing, with the goal of boosting innovation and competitiveness. The program has already seen significant returns on investment, and the finalists will undergo further evaluation before potential funding in 2026.
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