Chris Williams’ DREAMS Lab has been awarded the 2023 Academic/Research Team of the Year by 3D Printing Industry website. Nominees in the category included leading research institutions from around the world.

According to the event description, the 3D Printing Industry Awards brings together the international leaders of the advanced manufacturing world. Nominees are evaluated by an international panel of Additive Manufacturing experts, with input from readers' votes. Past winners and guests are founders and leaders of 3D printing companies, pioneers of advanced manufacturing, and future stars of the digital transformation.

The award was announced on November 30 at a gala dinner hosted by the website at The Great Hall of Lincoln's Inn in London, England.