DARPA's ANCILLARY program shows off six concepts for the future of ship-launched, vertical takeoff and land ( #VTOL ) uncrewed aerial systems ( #UAS , #UAV , aka #drones ), and announces the companies creating the designs. darpa.mil/news-events/20…

Our Microsystems Technology Office’s new officewide Broad Agency Announcement includes streamlined funding options for promising ideas. 💡
Think you’ve got a breakthrough for MTO? Respond to the BAA: sam.gov/opp/b0b936da4c…

At this upcoming forum, our Information Innovation Office deputy director, Dr. Matt Turek, will deliver a keynote about DARPA’s investments in trustworthy AI for national security. Learn more about I2O’s efforts here: darpa.mil/about-us/offic…

Under the Constellation program, we're working with U.S. Cyber Command to create an expedited pathway for delivering cyber technologies from the laboratory to the cyber battlefield. More: darpa.mil/news-events/20…

One of our Semantic Forensics performers has made their analytical tools openly available. More from this team and others at SemanticForensics.com.

In our latest Voices from DARPA #podcast , we take a deeper dive into #ethical , #legal , and #societal implications of new technologies and capabilities. Learn more in episode 79: Introducing ELSI, and consider applying to be our 2025 ELSI Visiting Scholar darpa.mil/news-events/20…

As part of our Contract Management Office’s pursuit of #acquisition innovation, we're holding two “Other Transactions 101” webinars on OT agreements + business processes in August. Space limited – apply by 5/23: sam.gov/opp/5711e0b271…

Envisaging #ethical , #legal , and #societal implications of technologies is a crucial aspect of our work. Learn more in our latest Voices from DARPA episode 78: Introducing ELSI, and consider applying to be our 2025 ELSI Visiting Scholar darpa.mil/news-events/20…

Our QUAMELEON ARC topic is soliciting ideas till June 3 exploring the following question: How can engineered #light -matter coupling be used to control or enhance #quantum materials by harnessing vacuum effects or few-photon external drives?

Scalable, timely, and accurate #triage are critical to maximize survivability in a mass casualty scenario. Find out more about our efforts to bring diverse perspectives to this problem via the DARPA Triage Challenge and meet the participating teams. triagechallenge.darpa.mil/teams

Manta Ray #UUV prototype completes full-scale, in-water testing off the coast of SoCal. DARPA program exhibits modular, first-of-kind capability for an extra-large uncrewed underwater vehicle. Built by Northrop Grumman. darpa.mil/news-events/20…

This episode of Voices from DARPA #podcast , our experts discuss #ethical , #legal , and #societal implications (ELSI) of research, and developing a process to ensure that ELSI can inform — and even improve —DARPA programs. darpa.mil/news-events/20…

Are you a sleep researcher interested the interaction between the gut #microbiome and the brain? Submit to our SOMNUS research study by June 17. Details: ow.ly/uOxt50Rro7q

Attention potential AIxCC competitors: all teams must register and submit the required docs by April 30, 11:59 p.m. UTC, including the Concept Paper and Entrant Official's proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. For full instructions, visit: aicyberchallenge.com/opentrack/

Sea level rise threatens DOD-managed coastal infrastructure around the world. The April 24 episode of PBS’s Changing Planet catches up with researchers University of Miami Rosenstiel School working on our Reefense program to mitigate the damage with a hybrid reef solution. pbs.org/video/coral-sp…

Will you climb this “mountain”? We're dedicated to developing a game that can catalyze a safer digital future. Registration closes on April 30 at 11:59 p.m. UTC. Teams must sign up & submit required docs by this time so don’t be late! youtube.com/watch?v=U2oLAi…

RACER advances extreme speed off-road ground autonomy -- at any scale and in any terrain -- with Phase 2. Adds new, heavy platform to scale up adaptability and capability. Watch it off-road in Texas! darpa.mil/news-events/20…

We’re asking the best and brightest in AI/cybersecurity to use AI to find & fix software vulnerabilities autonomously and at scale to secure critical infrastructure. Register by April 30 to compete to win 💰 in prizes. Our collaborators OpenAI share more: youtube.com/watch?v=7NMz8n…

Do you have a talent for spotting talent? We're looking for you! Visit our website for details on the search for our next Chief Talent Officer and Director, Strategic Resources Office: ow.ly/tGvI50RlGh3 #HRLeaders #HRManagement #ExecutiveSearch #TalentAcquisition

DYK DARPA was the first DOD agency to use OTs (Other Transactions) to accelerate tech acquisition for #nationalsecurity ? Now we’re continuing to innovate through initiatives like OT workshops and same-day Seedling Week contract awards. More: darpa.mil/news-events/20…