Battery Supply Chain: CAMINUS (formerly EnPower) will manufacture Amprius-designed silicon-anode pouch cells at its Indianapolis facility under a contract manufacturing agreement, with volume production planned for 1Q27—aimed at faster capacity for aviation, defense, and uncrewed systems. Space Science: NASA’s Perseverance rover findings from Mars’ Jezero Crater suggest the “Margin Unit” records a more complex water history than expected, mixing ancient lakes, groundwater, and heated fluids. Local Research & Health: Notre Dame opened a new South Bend psychology clinic while construction continues on a collaborative research and innovation hub—both tied to expanding community mental health access. Biotech in Indiana: New Haven’s Revalia Bio is expanding after using donated human organs kept alive outside the body to help pharma test drugs earlier, potentially reducing late-stage failures. Indiana Education Funding: Indiana Youth Institute awarded 168 grants totaling $40M+ to youth organizations statewide, including STEM, tutoring, mentoring, and health/wellness programs. Tech & Industry: AWS CEO Matt Garman pushed back on data-center criticism, arguing common claims about water use and diesel backup are overstated and warning local opposition could threaten U.S. AI leadership. Infrastructure Costs: Indiana interstate reconstruction costs jumped to about $46M per centerline mile in FY2026, up sharply from FY2015, as projects grow more complex.