The NCIIA has developed an equipment grants program in cooperation with National Instruments (NI) Corporation. National Instruments (Nasdaq: NATI) leverages commercial technologies, such as industry-standard computers and the Internet, to deliver customer-defined measurement and automation solutions. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, NI has more than 2,500 employees and direct sales offices in more than 30 countries. NI is increasing the productivity of engineers and scientists worldwide by delivering easy-to-integrate software and modular hardware.

Under the terms of the agreement, applicants for NCIIA advanced E-Team grants in either of the annual grant cycles may request National Equipment products using an application form appended to the NCIIA grant application. If an advanced E-Team grant application is successful, NCIIA forwards the appended equipment application to NI. NI reviews each application and makes all equipment funding decisions. Equipment awarded through this grant program becomes the property of the E-Team's sponsoring institution.

E-mail the NCIIA or visit the NI website to learn more.