Photo Credit: NASA, John Kraus, images.nasa.gov The National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing, funded and supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), emphasizes the significant impact of the manufacturing supply chain on the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Artemis II mission, launched on April 1st, 2026. The Artemis II mission is not just a monumental leap in space exploration; it also represents one of the most intricate and complex supply chain...

Ever wondered about the various job roles available in advanced manufacturing? This article offers insights into sought-after job titles and their variations in the field. Advanced manufacturing is a vibrant sector that combines emerging technology with traditional manufacturing methods to produce innovative products and enhance efficiency. As the industry progresses, certain key job titles are consistently in high demand. These roles typically require specialized training from local...

Craig Potthast, a Plastics Trainer and Coordinator at Central Community College, with a student in the plastics lab. The National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing is proud to highlight our current partner, Central Community College (CCC) in Nebraska, and its plastics injection molding program. Program Director Karl Anderson and his team have been participating in numerous outreach opportunities to showcase their upcoming programming as follows: The "Fundamentals of Systematic...