The University of Utah, in collaboration with DARPA, launches the Strategic Materials Accelerator & Research Testbed (SMART) to enhance U.S. capabilities in critical minerals and rare earth elements. This initiative aims to strengthen domestic supply chains and support technologies essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and national defense. The first phase will support DARPA's EMER program, focusing on innovative extraction and refinement methods.
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