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Increasing Access to Capital by Expanding SBA’s Secondary Market Capacity

…secondary market for the CDFI Fund would effectively double the federal support available for CDFIs that leverage that fund. It is important to note that while SBA can create pilot…

05.25.23 | 9 min read
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How do you clean up 170 million pieces of space junk?

…Space Laser Nudge Large (≥10 cm), Small debris (1 cm–10 cm) Uses a laser to move an object without physical contact from space. Uses less energy from ground-based lasers since…

05.24.23 | 6 min read
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Technology & Innovation
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The bold vision of the CHIPS and Science Act isn’t getting the funding it needs

…a more concerted whole-of-government strategy. Table 1a: Key technology focus areas AI, machine learning, autonomy* Advanced communications and immersive technologies* Advanced computing, software, semiconductors* Biotechnology* Quantum information science* Data storage and…

05.23.23 | 10 min read
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Building a National Network of Composite Pipes to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

…types have lifecycle emissions that are nearly one-third less than typical steel pipeline. Depending on the application, composite pipelines can be safer and less expensive. However, the process under Pipeline…

05.22.23 | 9 min read
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Ecosystems & Entrepreneurship
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What Should Come Next for the NSF Innovation Engines Communities? (And What About Those That Just Missed Out?)

…the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. While the bipartisan cluster-building approach of the Engines program is similar to last year’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge and the newly announced…

05.17.23 | 6 min read
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