The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded an $8.3 million Project Grant to the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program. The grant funds the Heartland Robotics Cluster led by Invest Nebraska Corporation to strengthen agricultural technology in Nebraska through accelerating leadership in robotics and advanced manufacturing automation for the agricultural industry. Key initiatives include expanding the Nebraska Innovation Studio for robotics programming and prototyping equipment to support innovators across the state. The coalition will also implement seven additional projects focused on developing robotic curricula, providing workforce outreach to rural areas through cutting-edge technology opportunities, partnering with private industry on technology commercialization, and establishing manufacturing demonstration spaces. These efforts aim to develop and strengthen regional industry clusters in agriculture while embracing economic equity and globally competitive job creation. The grant period runs from August 2022 through August 2026.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $6.6m | 9/8/22 |