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From DARPA program manager to CEO of North Wind, Artie Mabbett, Ph.D., is on a mission to unite flight-testing and ground-testing experts to accelerate the path from concept to prototype for next-generation hypersonic technology.
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During mass casualty events, survivable injuries can become fatal simply due to a shortage of available surgeons. We are calling on innovators in robotics, AI, and medicine to help us address this critical gap with the launch of the DARPA Surgical Competition (DSC).
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With a total of $3.5 million in prizes, DSC will push the boundaries of human-machine teaming and progressive robotic autonomy. Help us build the future of surgery. Learn more and assemble your team today: darpa.mil/news/2026/darpa-co…
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The competition aims to develop autonomous robotic systems that act as skilled partners to human surgeons, creating a force multiplier that provides scalable, life-saving capacity when and where it is needed most.
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75% of pre-hospital combat casualty care is unrecorded, and often the only care provided is by trained warfighters. We are addressing this critical gap with the launch of the DARPA Documentation and Decision Support (D2) Sprint.
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Are you ready to tackle one of the greatest data challenges in emergency medicine? Learn more and assemble your team today: darpa.mil/research/challenge…
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The sprint aims to develop AI tools that automatically assess casualties, guide treatment, and document care—ensuring vital patient data is never lost. With $1 million in prizes across Documentation and Decision Support tracks, this will push the boundaries of clinical AI.
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We are calling on top innovators in artificial intelligence, software development, and medical informatics to help us build the future of point-of-injury care.
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We want to save more lives by completely transforming the combat casualty care continuum. We are launching a new Small Business Innovation Research opportunity (SBIR).
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For more information on this and other lifesaving SBIR opportunities: darpa.mil/work-with-us/commu… View the solicitation instructions and submit your proposal: dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/…
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ICU-in-a-box seeks to combine multiple lifesaving capabilities into a single, portable, integrated intervention and delivery platform for resuscitation, cardiovascular and lung support. 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 Opens: Sept. 23 Closes: Oct. 21
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Check out the first image of our robotic arms in space 👇 Designed to perform complex tasks to service geosynchronous satellites, these arms successfully accomplished their first tranche of testing as they make their way to geosynchronous Earth orbit.
Our Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV) just hit a major milestone: Tests are complete, and it's now on the move. MRV is beginning its mission to strengthen satellite resiliency and extend their life through on-orbit servicing, repairs, and upgrades. 🔧
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Once operational, this capability could benefit both commercial and U.S. Government customers by enhancing the resilience and sustainability of space assets. Learn more about the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) program at darpa.mil/research/programs/….
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Mapping 10M+ protein interactions in real time? Our new Hubble program is shrinking simulation times to tackle complex medical challenges like Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). 📽️ Watch PM Dr. Abhi Singharoy break down the vision 🗓️ Proposers Day: Sept 25, 2026 (In-person & hybrid)
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What do a grappling technique and a Norse god have in common with DARPA? They’re inspiration for game-changing programs in Dr. Christopher Kent’s portfolio, designed to make the world a less safe place for U.S. adversaries and a safer place for our warfighters.
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This video highlights how one of these programs – Heimdall – can aid in U.S. military operations. Access the full #VoicesfromDARPA episode with Dr. Kent at darpa.mil/news/podcast/sea-c… .
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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲. In November, the DARPA Triage Challenge Finals begin, bringing bold ideas, cutting-edge technology, academia, and industry together with one mission: Save more lives.
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗣𝗔 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟴! Teams competing in the first competition showed us the potential for massive breakthroughs in heavy lift vertical aviation is far greater than we initially anticipated.
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