This fund will be overseen by the Director(s) of the Institute for NanoSystems Innovation or an appointed representative. It is designed to advance the Institute's research initiatives, workforce development programs, community outreach efforts, and strategic partnership activities.

Allowable expenses encompass student financial assistance, faculty and staff compensation, laboratory materials, scientific equipment, conference attendance costs, research-related travel, partnership development and maintenance travel, professional development programs, community engagement activities, and associated administrative and event expenses that directly support the Institute's operations. Fund disbursements will be made exclusively for purposes that align with and advance the university's mission and strategic objectives.