NMSU and Fujitsu partner to build national edge computing testbed in New Mexico
New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced last week that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Fujitsu to develop technologies for high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing technologies.
The partnership will draw on Fujitsu’s eco-friendly FUJITSU-MONAKA ultra-low power chip technology to support the development of innovative applications in important industries such as precision agriculture, energy microgrids, water management and aerospace.
The testbed would facilitate real-world testing and development of accelerating computing capabilities, strengthening New Mexico’s abilities in R&D and technical talent.
This effort will place New Mexico at the forefront of sustainable high-performance computing, spurring economic development and engagement with global partners. Applications that would benefit from this project include data-driven agriculture, distributed energy management, IoT-enabled environmental monitoring and secure aerospace computing.
It is anticipated to enter operations in 2026 involving collaboration with universities, industry partners and national laboratories.
“NMSU is taking a lead in applied computing and forging global partnerships collaboration, and this important partnership with Fujitsu reflects my efforts to deepen New Mexico’s ties with Japan through initiatives like the upcoming New Mexico–Japanese Economic Trade Summit,” says Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. “As we plan new economic partnerships with Japan, we foster international cooperation that drives innovation and economic growth here in New Mexico.”
The collaboration demonstrates NMSU’s dedication to research and creating the future workforce in a growing world of technology.
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AI/ML | edge computing | Fujitsu | HPC | New Mexico | NMSU | sustainability
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