FAIRFAX, Va. (AFNS) — Headquarters Ninth Air Force, U.S. Air Forces Central , formalized a partnership with George Mason University for joint research, rapid capability development, warfighter training and education to support command mission readiness. The Cooperative Research and Development Agreement was signed July 14, at the George Mason University Fairfax Campus by Mark Ginsberg, GMU provost, and Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich , Ninth Air Force commander. “Mason is committed to access to excellence in education and innovative student learning experiences, while providing cutting-edge breakthrough research and capabilities to address the nation’s greatest challenges more quickly,” Ginsberg said. “This partnership will strengthen Mason’s unique approach to supporting our military professionals and provide the Air Force access to the world-class thought leadership of the largest, most innovative public research university in Virginia. This model of shared research and curriculum development with the Air Force opens opportunities for additional collaborations with public and governmental organizations.” “We’re very thankful for this partnership with George Mason, where we see tremendous opportunities for collaboration, thinking creatively and building a culture of innovation,” Grynkewich said. The partnership will include applied research and development programs with the Volgenau School of Engineering’s national security and defense teams […]