UTRGV Institute for Advanced Manufacturing

About UTRGV Institute for Advanced Manufacturing

The UTRGV Institute for Advanced Manufacturing (UTRGV | IAM) is committed to strengthening the U.S. manufacturing base through research, innovation, education, and workforce development. By strategically restructuring its programs, IAM equips engineers and technical professionals with the expertise required to design, operate, and manage advanced manufacturing processes and systems. IAM’s mission is to integrate multidisciplinary engineering capabilities to foster excellence in advanced manufacturing within South Texas, across the nation, and globally. Supported by multiple externally funded initiatives, the Institute advances high-impact programs in defense materials and manufacturing, energy manufacturing, and complex manufacturing systems. Its core strengths lie in additive, convergent, and transformative manufacturing technologies, positioning IAM as a leader in shaping the future of American manufacturing.