The state of Mississippi has signed a memorandum of understanding with NVIDIA, World Leader in Artificial Intelligence Computing, to expand AI education, promote research collaboration, enhance workforce development and drive economic development through AI integration.
The signing of this MOU demonstrates Mississippi’s commitment to developing a technologically advanced workforce and positioning the state as a leader in AI and emerging technologies. Through its collaboration with NVIDIA, Mississippi is helping drive innovation across key industries, including agriculture, healthcare, energy and defense.
“Our collaboration with the state of Mississippi will prepare students for high-tech jobs in key sectors from healthcare to agriculture, strengthening Mississippi’s talent pipeline and building skills that are needed for the next wave of innovation,” says Louis Stewart, Head of Strategic Initiatives for NVIDIA’s global developer ecosystem. “Together, we will enhance economic growth through an AI-skilled workforce, advanced research, and industry engagement, positioning Mississippi as a hub for AI-driven transformation to the benefit of its communities.”
Mississippi will lead AI-driven economic development initiatives to attract technology-focused businesses and expand research capabilities. The state also will provide funding support for educational infrastructure, digital access and workforce training programs designed to serve economically disadvantaged and rural communities.
“We are rapidly delivering the skills Mississippians need to obtain these premier job opportunities,” says Governor Tate Reeves. “That’s one of the reasons why today is so critically important through this MOU between the state and NVIDIA, we will further strengthen our AI and our cybersecurity training capabilities, and we will unlock new opportunities for students, for educators and for our workforce.”
NVIDIA will collaborate with Mississippi’s higher education institutions to develop comprehensive AI training programs, integrate NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute resources and provide hands-on learning experiences. NVIDIA also will facilitate access to teaching kits, subject matter experts and certification pathways to support student preparation for careers in AI-related fields.