https://rtnn.ncsu.edu/event/interfacing-individual-molecules-and-nanofabrication/

Yesterday, during the White House Water Summit, the federal agencies that comprise the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) announced the launch of a new Nanotechnology Signature Initiative (NSI): “Water Sustainability through Nanotechnology: Nanoscale Solutions for a Global-Scale Challenge.” This NSI will focus on research and development of nanoengineered materials that reduce stress on the national water supply and support sustainable water usage. The goal of NSIs is to speed innovation through interagency cooperation. The properties of nanomaterials are advantageous for the development of more efficient purification systems and more durable infrastructure. More information can be found on the NNI website, White House blog, and White House fact sheet.

With an alumnus donation, NC State is launching a new $1M fund to support NC State student entrepreneurs. The program will begin awarding grants to start-ups this spring. Awardees will also participate in a three month boot camp, the Andrews Launch Accelerator, where they will get advice and coaching from local entrepreneurs, office space, and pro bono legal services. A press release describing the program can be found here. The fund will be managed by the NC State Entrepreneurship Clinic housed in the Poole School of Management. For more information and to apply for the grant, please visit the fund website.