Digital Technologies for Steel Manufacturing Grant
AIST funds university research teams to develop digital technology solutions for steel manufacturing, focusing on areas like AI, simulation, and robotics, with required industry collaboration.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates: June 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to US$30,000 per award for a 1-year project; typically one award per year
Summary: Supports North American university teams in developing digital technology solutions that advance steel manufacturing through industry collaboration.
Key Information: No overhead costs allowed; industry mentor required in proposal.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) Foundation, invites university teams from engineering, scientific, and mathematical departments at North American universities to propose projects that apply digital technologies to challenges in the steel industry. Focus areas include machine learning, computational science, simulation, augmented reality, additive manufacturing, and autonomous robotics. Projects should deepen technical understanding, foster student engagement with digital tools, and provide deliverables that benefit both industry and society. Direct mentorship and collaboration with an industry partner are core requirements.
