DARPAConnect Learning

DARPAConnect Corner

Led by DARPA or DARPAConnect staff, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn about ongoing projects, emerging trends, and the Agency's forward-looking vision.

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On Demand Curriculum

This section includes key DARPA introductory material for new potential performers. Topics include overviews of programs and technical offices, types of opportunities, and tips for pursuing DARPA funding.

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Featured Event

  • Includes a Live Web Event on 10/30/2024 at 1:00 PM (EDT)

    Join DARPAConnect for a webinar with Ali Etadli and Scott Ulrey, experts in DARPA's Contracts Management Office. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an emerging business, a researcher, or an academic, this webinar is a valuable opportunity to understand the nuances of IP in DARPA projects. Attendees will gain insights into DARPA’s philosophy on IP, understand key contract clauses, and learn best practices for negotiating IP terms while working on cutting-edge defense projects with the agency.

New to DARPAConnect Learning?

Begin with DARPA 101: Introduction to DARPA below to get started and learn more about the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. If you're a global participant, we'd encourage you to visit "Working with DARPA: Global Participation and Engagements."

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    Since its inception, DARPA has played a significant role in driving technological advancement, having been the vehicle by which American scientists have introduced innovations like stealth technologies, flat-screens, GPS, and the internet. In this module, you will learn more about DARPA, its organizational structure, and its role in advancing national security.

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    The Heilmeier Catechism, developed by former DARPA Director George H. Heilmeier, is a series of questions used to evaluate proposed research programs at DARPA. This module will provide an overview of these questions, which can be employed to develop stronger, more competitive proposals by providing a framework for proposal organization that works for nearly all research areas and disciplines. Additionally, we'll explore strategies to share your ideas with DARPA program managers by leveraging the Heilmeier Catechism.

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    DARPA relies on global partnerships with fellow members of the international science and technology ecosystem to achieve its mission. In this module, you will learn more about opportunities for global participants to work with DARPA, helpful hints and tips for members of the international community, and success stories from previous DARPA programs with contributions from organizations outside of the United States.