The strength of RF & microwave signals, which are vital to daily life, can be compromised by noises affecting the frequency they’re generated on. A DARPA program is working to fix that, leading a path toward revolutionary next-gen radar & comms systems: spr.ly/6019iAh41

GigEagle -- it’s like a rideshare for jobs. The DefenseInnovationUnit’s #AI-powered talent-matching platform pairs Reserve & National Guard members w/ gigs based on their overall skillsets, including from their civilian careers, to recruit & develop top talent. defense.gov/News/News-Stor…

The U.S. Army ERDC’s Co3MaNDR project uses robotics to lighten soldiers’ loads & reduce the amount of personnel & machinery needed for down-range missions & maintenance. Co3MaNDR could allow soldiers to more easily handle heavier equipment & endure repetitive lifting tasks longer.

.U.S. Naval Research Laboratory scientists confirm the identification of a new class of semiconductor nanocrystals, a significant advancement in the field of optoelectronics that could revolutionize the development of highly efficient light-emitting devices & other technology. nrl.navy.mil/Media/News/Art…

Increasing capabilities for small military units. 3rd Infantry Division soldiers learn creative problem-solving skills by building and operating unmanned aerial systems during a drone course at Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield’s Marne #Innovation Center.

Taking flight. AFWERX experts recently took part in an eVTOL aircraft test flight as part of the Agility Prime program, which aims to accelerate innovative & emerging technologies toward capabilities that can be transitioned to the warfighter. af.mil/News/Article-D…

.Edwards Air Force Base’s 412th Test Wing recently tested a new weapons pylon that could remove traditional weapon constraints. The LAM Pylon, which is a medium to get weapons airborne, flew attached to a B-1B test aircraft. Here, experts explain the simulations & testing involved.

The Air Force Research Lab - AFRL officially opened a new laboratory recently for collaborative automation for manufacturing systems. The CAMS lab will support the Manufacturing, Industrial Technologies and Energy Division’s digital manufacturing research efforts. afrl.af.mil/News/Article-D…

Blue UAS works to rapidly vets & scale commercial drones for the diverse needs of warfighters. The DefenseInnovationUnit & National Security Innovation Network are running a challenge to identify platforms, components & capabilities for #BlueUAS. Learn how to submit your products here: diu.mil/latest/diu-and…

.NASA has awarded 💲 for #STEM career development projects to 20 teams from academic institutions that haven’t historically been part of its research enterprise. Read who earned the funds & learn how to apply for new seeding funding. nasa.gov/news-release/n…

Submariners count on their vessel’s systems to work when needed since there’s rarely time for troubleshooting. That requires thorough testing & evaluation. NUWC Newport experts explain how they perform critical tests to prepare vessels for threat environments all over the world.

When hundreds of sea turtles 🐢 nest on the beaches of Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, conservationists track them with help from service members, civilians & UOG Sea Grant, giving volunteers a chance to protect the endangered animals while also logging service hours.

The Air Force Research Lab - AFRL & U.S. Air Force civil engineers are developing biocement to minimize the amount of equipment needed to create infrastructure in austere locations. The biocement - made with natural resources like sand, water & bacteria - can create various types of surfaces.

Students in control at NASA! 💪🏽 At the LASP at CU Boulder 🦬, students train to become #NASA command controllers for the IXPE spacecraft, working with NASA Marshall on parts of the mission. Learn more about their roles and how they got here: spr.ly/6014mXRWQ

The Medical Assessment & Readiness System is the first predictive analytics solution for military medical readiness forecasting. The database, which contains Defense Health Agency & DoD data for 4M+ soldiers, looks at trends, patterns & policy change effects, & also offers business analytics.

Four NASA volunteers recently finished a year-long stint inside an isolated habitat to see what would be needed to adapt & survive on Mars. One volunteer, a U.S. Navy microbiologist, detailed some of the mission’s challenges & what the experience was like. defense.gov/News/Feature-S…

Sleep deprivation & fatigue affect many service members & can seriously alter combat effectiveness. 😴 At a recent symposium, Military Health System researchers shared the results of their latest studies to find innovative ways to improve sleep management: spr.ly/6013mA6zT

Bats = important for a balanced ecosystem. 🦇 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologists are researching the bat population on JointBaseSanAntonio’s Camp Bullis as part of a joint mission to conserve, protect & enhance fish, wildlife, plants & their habitats for the continuing benefit of all Americans.

A marine biology project in Puerto Rico is using NASA earth observation & science tools to teach students about marine ecology & #conservation. The hands-on fieldwork allows students to monitor the health of vital coral reefs that protect the island: spr.ly/6010WPZX6

#DYK @officialftsill has a Joint C-sUAS University? The counter-small unmanned aerial systems training hub recently demonstrated new 3D-printed drones designed for advanced targeting capabilities, highlighting the future of precision & efficiency in modern warfare.