The Department of Defense today announced the selection of a team of American and Finnish academic researchers to investigate the fundamental questions that may give rise to revolutionary advances in future communication systems. The BARI program allows academic teams from the United States and partner countries to merge their unique skill sets and resources to pursue high-risk basic research. During the U.S.-Finland project's four-year period of performance, the U.S. research team will receive up to $4 million from the Basic Research Office within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering while the Finnish team will receive up to €3 million (about $3.3 million) from the Research Council of Finland. More at: https://lnkd.in/eaJjVzU9
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This week, Under Secretary Shyu and other leaders from R&E’s Mission Capabilities (MC) office attended Distinguished Visitors Day Aug. 19 during Technology Readiness Experimentation (T-REX) 24-2 at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. T-REX runs Aug. 17 – 29 and is part of the United States Department of Defense’s initiative to fast-track new joint capabilities to the services. R&E partners with the Indiana National Guard, which provides critical tactical and operational space at Camp Atterbury’s training grounds. Members of the Guard experiment with emerging technologies, providing valuable data and feedback used for further development. T-REX 24-2 includes more than 75 emerging technologies, which have the potential to move on to other training events, like Northern Edge and the upcoming Autonomous Warrior Exercise in Australia, for further evaluation prior to being approved by the Deputy Management Action Group for eventual transition to the services.
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Academic leaders and Department of Defense (DoD) officials discussed research innovation partnerships at the National Defense Industrial Association’s Emerging Technologies conference in Washington, D.C. The panel hosted by Dr. Binda Nair, director of Basic Research in the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, highlighted the collaborative approach between DoD and universities, emphasizing the significant contributions made by universities to national security. Key topics included the DoD's investments in physical sciences at universities, the role of universities in supporting national defense, and the Multi-Disciplinary University Research Initiative's impact on military capabilities. While acknowledging the progress achieved, the panel also emphasized the need to address challenges and accelerate efforts to ensure national security in the face of fast-moving near-peer competitors. To read more visit : https://lnkd.in/eRWshUV2
Academic Leaders, DoD Discuss Research Innovation Partnerships
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The Department of Defense recently announced $46.8 million in grants to 19 university-based faculty teams under its Minerva Research Initiative. These three- to five-year awards support basic research in social and behavioral sciences on topics relevant to U.S. national security. "In a rapidly changing world, social science is essential for making sense of human behavior, guiding informed decisions, and understanding societal progress," said Dr. David Montgomery, said R&E's director of social science. More at: https://lnkd.in/eKSBdfSQ
Department of Defense Awards $46.8 Million in Grants for Minerva Research Initiative
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The U.S. and UK academic researchers have been chosen by the Department of Defense to study the threat posed by social influence campaigns on democracies. Awarded through the Bilateral Academic Research Initiative (BARI)’s Social Science Program, the project, titled "Influence, Manipulation, and Information Threats as Adversarial Techniques: Events, Evolution, and Effects," will be led by professor Jacob Shapiro at Princeton University and professor Martin Innes at Cardiff University. The U.S. research team will receive up to $2.6 million, and the UK team will receive up to £2.87 million over the three-year project period of performance. This collaboration aims to address and counteract misinformation and manipulation spread by hostile states to destabilize democracies. For more information on the BARI social science program, visit: https://lnkd.in/eZx8Pvkv
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Dr. Aprille Ericsson, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology, and Jeffrey Singleton, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology, recently visited the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division, where they toured the Detonation Science Facility along with staff in addition to learning more about the long-term workforce investments at Indian Head. The NSWC IHD is at the forefront of the mission to deliver range, speed and terminal effects via energetics advancements and is an important part of the United States Department of Defense’s innovation ecosystem.
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On Aug. 12, Under Secretary Shyu hosted Takeshi Ishikawa, commissioner of the Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA), Japan Ministry of Defense, for the annual Defense Science & Technology Cooperation Group (DSTCG) meeting in Washington, D.C. Shyu and Ishikawa discussed current and future defense science and technology cooperative efforts to develop operationally relevant and strategically significant defense capabilities. Specific topics included advanced materials and directed energy. #DODInnovates #DefensePartners
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At the NDIA Emerging Technology conference last week, Dr. Peter Emanuel, senior research scientist for bioengineering at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center, introduced a one-hour session on Biotechnology featuring Dr. Jeff Stuart, engineered biology lead at Lockheed Martin Corporate Research & Technology, and Caitlin Gearen Frazer, executive director at the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB). The session highlighted biotechnology's role in advancing critical and emerging technologies to strengthen supply chains for defense. The investment and funding in biotechnology now are crucial for long-term benefits, as biotech is poised to make transformative changes in the global economy and security environment. The panel provided insights into the successful transition of research through various initiatives and partnerships. The discussion spotlighted the success and the $1 billion investment into biotechnology from Congress, highlighting the significant support for biotechnology initiatives. For more information on defense biotechnology opportunities, visit www.Biotech.senate.org and EBRC.org. #EmergingTechETI
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Last week, at the NDIA Emerging Technology conference, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology April Ericsson joined other S&T leaders to discuss, the importance of transitioning technology to ensure America and its allies maintain science and technology lead against their pacing challengers. Ericsson began the conversation by highlighting the importance of understanding the technology ecosystem to ensure that developments work on newer generation hardware, enabling warfighters to respond swiftly and operate with trust. She also emphasized the value of the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) programs in stimulating technological innovation and enhancing competition and economic growth. #EmergingTechETI
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Last week at the National Defense Industrial Association's Emerging Technology for Defense conference in Washington, D.C., Under Secretary Shyu and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, Arati Prabhakar, highlighted compelling opportunities for young professionals in public service and the government's push to attract technology talent, particularly in rapidly advancing fields like artificial intelligence. Shyu highlighted the United States Department of Defense's program to develop early interest among college students in solving challenging technology problems that impact U.S. national security through the Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ program. DOD's VICEROY program is actively engaging college students in solving challenging technology problems with real-world impact. To read more visit: https://lnkd.in/e9yNiCvp
DOD Mission Is a Natural Fit for Impactful Technology Professionals, Officials Say
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