Advanced Manufacturing
The Research Universities for Michigan—an alliance of Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, Michigan Technology University, and Wayne State University—is a key asset driving advanced manufacturing in Michigan. This field boosts product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness by integrating technologies like automation, software, sensing, and networking. The Research Universities for Michigan powers this growth through collaborative research, talent development, and industry partnerships—supporting sectors like mobility, semiconductors, and medical devices. With its academic excellence and innovative ecosystem, the Research Universities for Michigan helps position Michigan as a leader in advanced manufacturing.
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Published: 10/4/2024
Updated: 5/15/2025
Number of Principal Investigators
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Source: AEG and RU4M analysis of externally funded institutional awards data for MSU, U-M, WSU, and MTU, 2017–2023
Research and Development Spending
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Source: AEG analysis of NSF data for MSU, U-M, WSU, and MTU, 2017–2022.
Note: Includes mathematics and statistics, and engineering.
Advanced Manufactuting Research Awards
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Source: AEG and RU4M analysis of externally funded institutional awards data for MSU, U-M, WSU, and MTU, 2017–2023
Advanced Manufacturing Degree Completions
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Source: AEG analysis of IPEDS data for MSU, U-M, WSU, and MTU, 2017–2022.
Note: Includes completions in engineering and related technologies, precision production, construction trades, mechanical and repair technologies, and science technologies.
Number of Research Awards
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Source: AEG and RU4M analysis of externally funded institutional awards data for MSU, U-M, WSU, and MTU, 2017–2023
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