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MineralWorks: American Critical Materials Competition

MineralWorks:
American Critical Materials Challenge

Notice of Program Interest

Universities are invited to download the Notice of Program Interest (NOPI) for a new collegiate program supporting METALLIC. The program is focused on Critical Minerals and Materials: strengthening the critical minerals supply chain, expanding training pathways, and growing the next-generation workforce. An RFP will follow in August of 2026 for institutions to apply and the program kicks off in January of 2027.

Please provide your university and email below to download a copy of the Notice of Program Interest. 

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Kimberly DeClark
Head of Strategic Communications
Strategic Transportation Education & Partnerships (STEP)
Argonne National Laboratory

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