JVIC Launches Second Call for Projects for the Advanced Manufacturing Node

Proposals accepted through Jan. 10, 2025

Call for Projects

SPRINGFIELD – Through the first round of the Advanced Manufacturing Node, the Roy Blunt Jordan Valley Innovation Center (JVIC) at Missouri State University invested in seven projects that would enhance Missouri’s semiconductor industry and the creation of essential technology. Now, JVIC has opened a second Call for Projects.

This is a result of JVIC receiving $5.4 million from the Missouri Department of Economic Development as appropriated by the Missouri General Assembly.

The competitive grants will be awarded to private sector projects that will focus on technology, infrastructure or workforce development to support and grow the semiconductor industry sector in Missouri.

“We’re thrilled to be able to conduct the second Call for Projects and look forward to partnering with the private sector to deliver grant funding that will continue to focus on advanced technology development that will grow the semiconductor industry,” said Allen Kunkel, associate vice president for economic development and director of JVIC at MSU.

How to Apply

Here you may download the Call for Projects proposal form, which contains guidelines and scoring criteria. All proposals are due by 11:59 p.m. CST on January 10, 2024. If you have questions about the program or the application process, please contact:

All submissions must be submitted electronically by email to JVIC@MissouriState.edu by January 10, 2024 for consideration.

JVIC is the Missouri NextFlex Node

NextFlex, a leading member of Manufacturing USA Innovation Institutes that focuses on semiconductors and flexible hybrid electronics, approved the Missouri Node at JVIC in August 2022. This approval allows JVIC to increase the volume, pace and coordination of the development of flexible hybrid electronics and other semiconductor technologies.

It also gives JVIC access to greater resources due to the Manufacturing USA Innovation Institute’s partnerships and connections to:

• The Advanced Manufacturing National Program office.
• The National Institute of Standards and Technology.
• The Department of Defense.
• The Department of Energy.
• NASA.
• The National Science Foundation.
• The Department of Education.
• The Department of Agriculture.
• The Department of Health and Humans Services.
• The Department of Labor.

By design, Nodes foster collaboration with and among private businesses. It provides access to facilities, equipment and infrastructure to speed up the process from design to manufacturing.

“The Node at JVIC addresses national security concerns and supply chain issues by advancing technology innovation and manufacturing in the semiconductor industry,” said Kunkel.

About JVIC

JVIC is a unique innovation center model focused on partnering with businesses to create and advance new technologies. JVIC, with private sector partners, is a leading force in technology development focused on research and development in nanotechnology, materials and other advanced technologies, including semiconductor packaging and flexible electronics.

JVIC supports and strengthens companies in the semiconductor industry and allows Missouri companies to collaborate with other U.S. companies to bring new technologies and jobs to the state. JVIC seeks to attract new semiconductor technology companies to Missouri and promote significant economic growth.

JVIC is a collaborative partner with efactory since both share an emphasis on innovation and economic development.

About Missouri State University

Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive university system with a mission in public affairs. Our purpose is to develop fully educated persons with a focus on ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement.

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