advanced manufacturing

Oct 1, 2025

Idaho industries to benefit from federal workforce grants

Idaho receives $8M from federal workforce grants to boost training in advanced manufacturing, energy, and critical industries nationwide.

Idaho State University President Robert Wagner shakes hands with Idaho National Laboratory Director John Wagner at the dedication of a center focused on critical materials and minerals in research. (PHOTO: ISU)
Aug 27, 2025

Energy and defense materials supply focus of ISU, INL partnership

Idaho State University and Idaho National Lab launch a new innovation center to advance critical materials research and energy technologies.

An Idaho National Laboratory team reviews a reactor twin. (PHOTO: INL)
Jul 16, 2025

Idaho National Laboratory to lead advancements in US semiconductor manufacturing

SMART USA and INL will employ digital twin technology to reduce the significant time and costs associated with chip design and production.  

Joy Morin holds a finished printed nano-ink sample on a stain-less steel substrate. (PHOTO: INL)
Apr 16, 2025

Lab and school partnership provides SUPER opportunities in advanced manufacturing research

INL and Boise State have worked together for several years to partner researchers with faculty and provide training and workforce development for students going into high-demand technical industries.