3 days agoDepartment of War Plans Centralized Path to Move Defense Technology Into Production
The Department of War is developing a centralized industry intake and capability-screening process to help address barriers between defense prototypes and production or programs of record. Contractors, including startups and non-traditional firms, should track how financing expertise informs transition decisions and can use the February 4, 2027, Defense R&D Summit to learn about seed-fund programs and build relationships.
16 days agoDoW Selects 20 University Teams for $150 Million in MURI Research Awards
The Department of War selected 20 university teams for $150 million in FY 2026 Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative awards, averaging about $7.5 million per team over five years. Although the selections are complete, contractors may find collaboration, specialized equipment, supply-chain, and technology-transition opportunities around the funded defense research.
45 days agoAFRL Restructures Research Strategy to Align with Future Technology Needs
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is reorganizing its research efforts into three key development horizons. This strategic shift emphasizes technology development and rapid prototyping, creating potential opportunities for contractors to align proposals with urgent military needs and advancing technology timelines.