Virginia Tech, in partnership with GO Virginia and regional partners, is accelerating Southwest and Southern Virginia’s advanced manufacturing future with a $4.2 million grant, matched by $2 million in local support. The initiative focuses on additive manufacturing and advanced materials (AM2), creating innovation studios, workforce pipelines, and industry-certified credentials. AM2 Innovation Fellows and the AM2 Career Network connect students, entrepreneurs, and companies, fast-tracking tech adoption and commercialization. The effort aims to create 100 permanent jobs over the next two years while positioning the region as a national hub for cutting-edge manufacturing.
$4.2M to Virginia Tech bolsters effort to expand advanced manufacturing, innovation, and jobs
$4.2 million grant strengthens region’s advanced manufacturing future
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