Economic Growth Institute

1. November 20, 2023

   Campus briefs

   Short news items from around the University of Michigan.

2. October 17, 2023

   Grant for consortium led by U-M boosts energy, battery work

   A statewide consortium led by U-M’s Economic Growth Institute has received $4.9 million from the U.S. Department of Defense to create the foundation for energy storage and battery manufacturing.

3. September 15, 2022

   Economic Growth Institute to create supply chain center

   The U-M Economic Growth Institute plans to create an advanced mobility supply chain transformation center to support small and medium-sized manufacturers as they transition to the electric vehicle market.

4. February 22, 2021

   Campus briefs

   Short news items from around the University of Michigan.

5. February 15, 2021

   University wins STEM grant to aid manufacturing cybersecurity

   U-M’s Economic Growth Institute will use a grant from the U.S. Commerce Department to boost cybersecurity know-how among small manufacturers in southeastern Michigan.

6. November 19, 2019

   Retool, revive: U-M helping defense manufacturers pivot

   The Defense Manufacturing Assistance Program, which includes U-M’s Economic Growth Institute, helps defense suppliers pivot to new product lines or services, ensuring the long-term vitality of the defense supply chain.

7. November 15, 2019

   Economic Growth Institute recognized for aiding Michigan businesses

   Two programs that help Michigan businesses have garnered U-M’s Economic Growth Institute this year’s Innovation Award from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities.

8. June 1, 2017

   IRLEE refocuses effort on economic growth, takes new name

   A U-M institute is reviewing its goals and objectives in an effort to foster innovation and create positive economic impact for communities and economies nationwide.