Maximize Research Investments
Reduce overhead costs significantly (from approximately 60% to less than 10%), ensuring more funds go directly to research. Membership fees provide a $90,000 research value for a $60,000 contribution. Additionally, leverage state and federal funding to further expand research efforts.
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Royalty-Free Intellectual Property
Gain direct access to GO Blue’s multidisciplinary research team, including publications, presentations, and jointly developed intellectual property without royalty fees.
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Graduate Student Intern Support
Engage and recruit highly skilled graduate students and postdoctoral researchers trained in industry-focused projects. Actively shape research initiatives by guiding project priorities. Additionally, the first three members receive paid and managed summer graduate student interns through GO Blue, valued at $30,000.
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Collaborative Innovation Ecosystem
Work alongside leading scientists, engineers, and industry peers to shape research directions that align with your strategic goals.
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Cost-Effective R&D
Multiply your research investment through NSF funding and shared resources, gaining access to high-impact projects at a fraction of the cost.
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Influence Research Priorities
Directly shape the center’s research agenda to address your company’s most pressing challenges in water infrastructure, sustainable energy, and resource optimization.
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Fig. 6: Quang Nguyen Vinh (2019, January 26). Photo of White Windmills [Photograph]. Pexels. https://www.pexels.com/photo/2735865