[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 165 (Thursday, November 17, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1514]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN RECOGNITION OF MICHIGAN TECH RESEARCH INSTITUTE'S GROUNDBREAKING 
                       ADVANCEMENTS IN TECHNOLOGY

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 17, 2016

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work of the 
Michigan Tech Research Institute on the date of its 10th anniversary 
celebration. Located in Ann Arbor as a division of Michigan 
Technological University, MTRI has driven advancements in sensor and 
information technology to help solve critical problems in a variety of 
fields.
  Michigan Tech Research Institute was founded in October 2006 with the 
goal of utilizing Michigan Tech's resources and expertise to transform 
research findings into commercial products with real-world 
applications. The institute has focused on using technology to better 
understand natural and manmade environments. Today, MTRI supports 64 
researchers in over 17,000 square feet of space and has drawn support 
from federal, industry and universities across North America.
  MTRI has leveraged cutting-edge academic research to create solutions 
to real-world problems. Its work on mapping coastal wetlands in the 
Great Lakes region has been used by federal, state and local agencies 
to better manage and conserve the environment in these areas. 
Additionally, MTRI has been able to map the spread of algal blooms in 
Lake Erie, which has allowed researchers and environmental groups to 
better understand and combat the spread of this environmental 
phenomenon. It has also collaborated with federal government agencies 
like DARPA on defense applications of its research.
  MTRI has served as a model of collaboration between the public, 
private and non-profit sectors. By bringing key stakeholders and 
experts together to tackle environmental, infrastructure and national 
security challenges, the institute has created breakthroughs in a 
variety of fields while supporting basic and applied research 
initiatives. This multidisciplinary approach will continue to be useful 
for addressing problems at the cross-section of different fields and 
disciplines, and MTRI's consistent revenue and sponsorship growth is a 
testament to the success of its organizational model.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in recognizing the 
success of the Michigan Tech Research Institute. It is my hope that the 
organization will continue to build on its track record of success and 
innovation.

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