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About Us

The AMT Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) philanthropic organization based in Minden, Nevada, established in 2011 with a mission to support education, scientific research, the arts, and charitable causes that promote community wellbeing and cultural enrichment. With over $2.7 million in assets and a history of supporting initiatives in areas such as medical, biological, and engineering education, ceramic arts, aviation heritage, and scientific tissue bank development, the Foundation strategically partners with organizations that align with its vision for impactful, long-term benefit.Driven by a commitment to meaningful stewardship of resources, the AMT Foundation invests in programs that broaden opportunities for learning, foster innovation, and sustain creative and scientific pursuits both locally and nationally. Although the Foundation does not typically accept unsolicited grant applications, it actively engages with selected grantees whose work reflects its philanthropic priorities in education, cultural preservation, and scientific advancement. 

Our Story

2011

Foundation Established
AMT Foundation was established in Minden, Nevada as a private nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting education, science, engineering, and cultural initiatives.

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2012–2015

Educational & Aviation Outreach Support
The Foundation supported aircraft and aerospace education initiatives, helping promote aviation history awareness and STEM learning opportunities for students and community members.

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2014–2018

Biomedical & Materials Innovation Support
AMT Foundation contributed to projects involving advanced biomaterials, ceramic materials research, and medical device innovation, encouraging the translation of materials science into healthcare applications.

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2016–2019

Ceramic Arts & Cultural Programs
The Foundation provided support for ceramics education and artistic programs, fostering craftsmanship, technical artistry, and community engagement in fine arts.

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2020–Present

Scientific Research

In 2023, the Foundation provided a $10,000 grant to the University of California, San Francisco.

Recently, the Foundation began evaluating advanced material technologies for environmental applications, including hydroxyapatite-based stabilization methods for hazardous and radioactive waste management.

Meet The Team

Dr. Ping Luo

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The AMT Foundation is a science-driven nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Ping Luo, a materials scientist and technology innovator with international academic and industry experience spanning over three decades.

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  • ​Ph.D. in Materials Science and Metallurgy, University of Connecticut (USA)

  • Dipl.-Ing. in Materials Science, Technical University Clausthal (Germany)

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Engineering (China)

  • Postdoctoral research in bio-ceramic materials science at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

  • Engineering leadership roles in advanced manufacturing and semiconductor technology

  • Chairwoman and Vice President (2000–2017) of Berkeley Advanced Biomaterials, Inc.

  • Inventor and developer of advanced hydroxyapatite-based material technologies

Dr. Franz Krispel

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The AMT Foundation honors the legacy of Dr. Franz Krispel, a medical physicist, oncologist, and medical technology innovator whose work advanced precision cancer treatment and radiation therapy systems.​

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  • Ph.D. in Medical Physics, University of Graz (Austria)

  • Oncologist and Docent at the University of Graz

  • Vice President at Siemens (Medical Systems Division)

  • Vice President at Wolf Surgical, Chicago

  • Founder of Cancer Care International

  • Inventor associated with rotational Gamma Knife technology for brain tumor treatment​

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