Four Missouri Universities Advancing in National Science Foundation’s Innovation Competition, Driving Statewide Tech and Workforce Development
- November 14, 2024
Governor Mike Parson recently congratulated four Missouri universities—Missouri S&T, UMKC, UMSL, and Washington University— and their application partners for advancing in the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Regional Innovation Engines competition. These institutions are among 71 teams nationwide invited to submit full proposals aimed at fostering regional technological innovation. Their projects address critical fields like advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, nuclear energy, and industrial efficiency technologies, aligning with Missouri’s growth in technology and workforce development. Governor Parson highlighted the potential economic and educational impact of these initiatives across the state.
Read more: Governor Parson’s Press Release
| Lead Organization | University Partner |
| API Innovation Center | Washington University in St. Louis |
| BioSTL | University of Missouri St. Louis |
| Missouri S&T | Missouri University of Science and Technology |
| University of Missouri – Kansas City | University of Missouri – Kansas City |
About NSF Engines
Launched by the NSF Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships, the NSF Engines program envisions flourishing regional innovation ecosystems all across the country, providing a unique opportunity to accelerate technology development and spur economic growth in regions that have not fully participated in the technology boom of the past few decades. Each NSF Engine comprises robust partnerships rooted in scientific and technological innovation to positively impact the economy within a geographic region, address societal, national, and geostrategic challenges, and ultimately advance U.S. competitiveness and security.