The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $3,405,054 project grant under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program to the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska to support the Heartland Robotics Cluster led by Invest Nebraska Corporation. The grant aims to strengthen Nebraska's leadership in agricultural technology through robotics and advanced manufacturing automation projects. Specifically, funding will expand the Nebraska Innovation Studio's robotics programming and prototyping equipment to create an environment for innovators across the state to develop automation and robotic solutions for agriculture. The University of Nebraska will also implement seven additional projects including developing robotics curriculum, providing rural workforce outreach and training with advanced technologies, partnering on technology commercialization efforts, and establishing manufacturing demonstration spaces. The overall investment is intended to develop and strengthen regional industry clusters in robotics and automation for agriculture while embracing economic equity and globally competitive U.S. food supply chains.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $2.7m | 9/8/22 |