What is the main idea of this section from the National Robotics Initiative (NRI) Program Guidelines? Read Me Button Collaboration in robotics work between academic, industry, nonprofits, and other organizations is strongly encouraged. The NRI exists to support and encourage the development of robots that can work with people. NRI grants are sponsored by several government agencies, including NASA and the National Science foundation. Questions about research projects should be addressed to the appropriate person in the list of agency contacts