Wright State institute posts rapid growth

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The Dayton region is bolstering its image as a hub for scientific work with a surge at the Wright State Research Institute.

Also known as WSRI, the institute quietly grew until last year, when it nearly doubled its staff to 47 workers. It plans to hire at least 10 people this year, and as many as 30 people if it keeps winning work on its current pace, said Ryan Fendley, director of WSRI.