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RCBI designated hub as part of national effort to revitalize U.S. manufacturing

Marshall University’s Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) is among a select group of institutions launching innovation education hubs as part of a national initiative to revitalize American manufacturing and ensure a strong national defense. Through a partnership with the...

Thanks, Charlotte, for leading RCBI to new heights!

Since its creation 32 years ago, the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) at Marshall University has grown from a regionally focused support center to a one-of-a-kind state and national resource that delivers manufacturing and technical assistance, entrepreneurial support,...

Stone named new EDA University Center director

J. “Deacon” Stone, director of the Center for Innovation at Marshall University’s Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI), has been promoted to director of the West Virginia EDA University Center, Charlotte Weber, RCBI director & CEO, announced today. University Center is...