Regional Innovation Engines
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(a) In general
From amounts made available to the Directorate, the Director shall make awards to eligible entities for the planning, establishment, and support of Regional Innovation Engines.
(b) PurposeThe purpose of the Regional Innovation Engines shall be to—
(1)
advance multidisciplinary, collaborative, use-inspired and translational research, technology development, in key technology focus areas;
(2)
address regional, national, societal, or geostrategic challenges;
(3)
leverage the expertise of multi-disciplinary and multi-sector partners, including partners from private industry, nonprofit organizations, and civil society organizations; and
(4)
support the development of scientific, innovation, entrepreneurial, and STEM educational capacity within the region of the Regional Innovation Engine to grow and sustain regional innovation.