Ideas
Preparing for the Quantum Revolution
The emerging computing technology offers the potential for significant advancements, but also carries the possibility of never-before-seen threats.
Emerging Tech
DOD-Backed Effort Will Use Supercomputing to Predict Therapies for Future COVID-19 Variants
The aim is to build predictive models that might significantly reduce the time it takes to respond to yet-to-be-seen COVID-19 variants, once they surface.
Digital Government
MIT Lab Director Named as New Defense Science Board Chair
The radar and missile defense expert officially assumed the advisory position this week.
Emerging Tech
IARPA Seeks Ways to Track Nontrackable Space Junk
Right now, more than 100 million pieces of space debris smaller than 1 cm orbit Earth.
Artificial Intelligence
AI Could Match 'Fingerprints' of Texts To Their Authors, Under New Intelligence Program
Nextgov was pre-briefed by the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity on a soon-to-be-released, broad agency announcement that might one day help combat disinformation campaigns and human trafficking.
Emerging Tech
Biden Admin Announces $5 Billion To Fund Nationwide Electric Vehicle Charging Network
The funding comes from the $1 trillion infrastructure bill Congress passed in November.
Digital Government
Announcing the 2022 Federal 100
Meet the women and men being honored for their exceptional contributions to federal IT over the past year.
Emerging Tech
Mike Bloomberg Named Chair of Defense Innovation Board
The former New York City mayor and billionaire replaces Mark Sirangelo.
Ideas
Want To Scale Innovation at the DOD? Strengthen the SBIR Program
Though a popular option for startups, the Small Business Innovation Research program still faces a valley of death challenge from pilot to program of record.
Artificial Intelligence
AI Algorithms Could Rapidly Deploy to the Battlefield Under New Initiative
The Joint Artificial Intelligence Center’s director shed new light on its AI and Data Accelerator this week.
Ideas
Increasing Transparency, Diversity and Innovation in the Intelligence Community
To build and retain the next generation of intelligence professionals, the IC should pull back the curtain to help prospective talent see themselves in these roles.
Emerging Tech
Defense Department Previews New Future-Facing Technology Aims
A fresh memorandum marks a key element informing the Pentagon’s in-development science and technology strategy.
Digital Government
DISA’s First Diversity Chief Wants Tech and Data to Make a Difference
Damien Terry briefed Nextgov on his vision and goals for the new role—including a potential request for information in the pipeline.
Emerging Tech
Intel Researchers Explore Making Adaptive Computer Systems that Can Be Worn Like Comfy Clothes
The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity wants information to accelerate the design of smart, responsive textiles.
Emerging Tech
Transportation Secretary Pushes for Government Support for Vehicle Innovation
The Transportation secretary doubled down on the government's role in fostering a strong environment for emerging tech like electric cars and buses, automated vehicles.
Emerging Tech
Next National Defense Strategy Should Address Hybrid Warfare, Experts Say
Embracing innovative technology and more data sharing with allies should be part of the coming strategy, accordingto former Defense officials.
Ideas
At-Home Temperature Monitoring Is How We Reduce Diabetic Amputations for More Veterans
Remote health care doesn't just mean Zoom appointments.
Podcasts
Critical Update: How the National Science Foundation is Innovating for its Innovators
A nascent team is developing platforms that are enabling new discoveries and insight sharing across the federal agency.
Emerging Tech
Health Agency Seeks Feedback on Personal Protective Technology Hub
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is looking for innovative ideas to maximize the protection different types of gear offers in different industry sectors.
Emerging Tech