DARPA pursues research that leads to transformational change rather than incremental advances. It does so collaboratively as part of a robust innovation ecosystem that includes academic, industry, and defense and government partners from diverse disciplines and approaches.
We actively seek out nontraditional research performers and transition partners, eliminating common barriers to participation in our programs and challenges. No matter where you are, there’s a path for your ideas at DARPA.
DARPA relies on performers from diverse fields to advance knowledge through basic research
DARPA works closely with universities to foster scientific research and to provide opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
DARPA considers small-business concerns as a primary source of innovative solutions
DARPA works closely with the defense and government sectors to develop innovative technologies and strategies.
DARPA accelerates development by partnering with private companies and startups in the commercial sector.
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Explore our recent and ongoing R&D efforts across dozens of topics critical to national security and defense.
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
The capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose
State-of-the-art military sensors today rely on “active electronics”; to detect vibration, light, sound or other signals. That means they constantly consume power, with much of that power and time spe...
State-of-the-art military sensors today rely on “active electronics”; to detect vibration, light, sound or other signals. That means they constantly consume power, with much of that power and time spe...
State-of-the-art military sensors today rely on “active electronics”; to detect vibration, light, sound or other signals. That means they constantly consume power, with much of that power and time spe...
Our six technical offices put DARPA’s mission into action. Their leaders and program managers plan and execute a constantly evolving portfolio of research programs, challenges, and transition activities.
