The purpose of the grant program is to support the development and expansion of the headwaters tech hub's integrated photonics ecosystem (HTH-IPE) over a three-year period

Active Project Grant Awarded Last action

Award ID
ED25HDQ0G0015
Recipient
Awarding agency
Obligated
$14,678,554

Award facts

Assistance listing
11.039 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs
Completion date 65% complete
Funding
  • $13,674,692.00 Federal
  • $1,003,862.00 Non-federal
Place of performance
Belgrade, MT, USA

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Description

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Activities
Increase the existing ecosystem footprint in the headwaters tech hub corridor. Bring together commercialization partners and an advisory board to guide expansion. Develop a market-driven roadmap and specifications for standardized photonic integrated circuit (PIC) enabled remote photonic sensing. Create and qualify new applications, testing technology against partner needs. Introduce technology and packaging standards for PIC architecture. Procure, receive, and install PIC equipment. Boost PIC design capabilities with hiring and training. Establish initial production standard operating procedures. Begin planning for integrated photonics ecosystem (IPE) facility expansion. Maintain and upgrade the headwaters tech hub - integrated photonics ecosystem (HTH-IPE) advisory board. Conduct early outreach to end users and integrated system suppliers. Develop market outreach plans and target customers for commercialization and industry adaptation for each technology. Solidify contractual relationships with partners. Develop commercialization activities with leading PIC foundries, such as aim photonics. Expand commercialization efforts for other smart photonic sensor applications. Accelerate outreach to end users and integrated system suppliers. Address management and legal challenges related to pre-existing data and other intellectual property (IP). Expand IP and data-sharing agreements for commercial partners as technology is innovated. Continue to expand IP and data sharing. Deliver an HTH-IPE data sharing membership agreement that outlines the critical elements of IPE.
Expected outcomes
Expand of the photonics ecosystem within the headwaters tech hub corridor to increase the number of photonics companies employing a more skilled workforce. Create a functional PIC design and fabrication facility. Establish commercialization pathways, enhance intellectual property management, and foster strong industry partnerships to contribute to global competitiveness in photonics.
Intended beneficiaries
Intended beneficiaries are technology companies, academic institutions, and government agencies involved in the photonics. This includes companies seeking to innovate and commercialize advanced photonics technologies, researchers at institutions like michigan state university, and governmental entities supporting technological advancement and workforce development. The broader community will benefit from the creation of high-tech jobs and the growth of a skilled workforce in the region.

Quick answers

Who received award ED25HDQ0G0015?

ED25HDQ0G0015 was awarded to Montana Photonics Industry Alliance by Economic Development Administration (Department of Commerce) on November 1, 2024.

How much is award ED25HDQ0G0015 worth?

$14,678,554 has been obligated on ED25HDQ0G0015: $13,674,692 in federal funding and $1,003,862 in non-federal funding.

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