Source: Office of U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer
Schumer, Gillibrand, Morelle Announce a Whopping $15 Million Federal Award for University of Rochester’s Laser Discovery Research & Job-Creating Engine
Summary
Sens. Schumer & Gillibrand and Rep. Morelle announced $15M from the NSF CHIPS & Science Act program for UR’s STELLAR Engine. Matched by $16M in NY State funds, the effort establishes a regional laser hub to boost R&D, strengthen domestic supply chains, and create jobs.