This is a past event.

To share ideas, seek feedback, and gauge interest, a campus conversation on the Tech Forward 2.0 theme/initiative “Advanced Technologies for National Security”, will be held from 8:30 - 9:30am on Monday, Oct. 27 via Zoom. If this is an area that interests you and you would like a calendar invite sent, please complete our RSVP form.

• Tech Forward 2.0 Discussion - Advanced Technologies for National Security

      Monday, Oct. 27 from 8:30 - 9:30am via Zoom

This discussion will explore Michigan Tech’s vision to expand its role as a trusted research partner for the Department of Defense (DoD).

Federal research budgets have shifted, with reduced funding across many traditional agencies limiting growth opportunities. In contrast, the DoD continues to expand investment in research, development, and advanced technologies to meet emerging national security needs. Strengthening alignment with DoD priorities will ensure sustained funding, advance critical defense technologies, and enhance MTU’s impact in a competitive federal research environment.

The objective of this initiative is to position MTU as a trusted research partner for the DoD by building the infrastructure, partnerships, and expertise required for sustained defense-related growth.

The initiative’s co-conveners have identified four preliminary strategic priorities—Contracting Mechanisms, Secure Research Facilities, Structure for Strategic Growth, and Workforce Development for Defense Research—and are seeking campus input to refine and expand these ideas.

We look forward to your participation.