Eric Jia-Sobota, Founder, Author at EverGlade Consulting

Eric Jia-Sobota, Founder

Eric Jia-Sobota is the National Leader of EverGlade’s Consulting Practice and the Founder of the Company. Eric’s consulting experience spans almost two decades across a breadth of industries, including, Federal Contracting, Life Sciences, Nonprofit, Technology, Construction, Healthcare, and others. View Eric's resume at https://ericjia-sobota.com/

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DARPA Launches SABER Initiative to Secure AI on the Battlefield

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Initiative Overview The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is prioritizing the security and robustness of artificial intelligence (AI) in military applications with the Securing AI for Battlefield Effective Robustness (SABER) initiative. SABER aims to establish AI red teams that can operationally assess AI-enabled battlefield systems against potential adversarial threats. Why AI Security Matters for […]

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ARPA-H Mission Office Innovative Solutions Openings (ISOs)

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Overview The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is dedicated to accelerating transformative health solutions by tackling some of the most pressing challenges in biomedical and healthcare innovation. As part of this mission, ARPA-H has launched Mission Office Innovative Solutions Openings (ISOs) that promote the development of health technologies that lie outside of the

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Expedited Research Implementation Series (ERIS)

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What is the ERIS? The Expedited Research Implementation Series (ERIS) is a cutting-edge initiative launched by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in partnership with the Applied Research Institute (ARI). ERIS serves as a digital marketplace that facilitates the submission, assessment, and acquisition of breakthrough technologies through rapid acquisition pathways. This unique initiative enables

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NIH Admits Funding Freeze Was Illegal, Resumes Issuing Grants

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Overview In a major development for the biomedical research community, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has officially acknowledged that its recent funding freeze was unlawful and has announced the resumption of grant distributions. This decision follows weeks of controversy and legal challenges, during which research institutions, universities, and lawmakers criticized the abrupt halt in

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RAPID Solicitation

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RAPID_SOL_25_119_FINAL Overview The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) recently announced the newly approved program for Rare disease AI/ML for Precision Integrated Diagnostics (RAPID). The RAPID program aims to significantly improve outcomes for people with rare diseases by reducing diagnostic delays by ≥50%, decreasing misdiagnosis rates, and expanding access to diagnostics. Beyond benefitting the treatment experience of

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Court Blocks NIH Cap Indirect Cost Rate

Court Blocks NIH Cap on Indirect Cost Rates

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Court Blocks NIH Cap on Indirect Cost Rates for Government Contracts In a significant development for research institutions and federal contractors, a federal judge has temporarily blocked the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from enforcing its cap on indirect cost rates. This decision comes as a result of a temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by

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Safe Lithium-Ion Battery Development

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Lithium Ion Battery Development Overview of the Solicitation The Department of Energy (DOE) and affiliates have released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of a safe lithium-ion battery. This initiative aims to create a backup energy storage system capable of providing 2.4 MW*hrs of usable energy while ensuring a robust safety posture. The

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Understanding the NIH Supplemental Guidance on Indirect Cost Rates

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Overview The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued Supplemental Guidance to the 2024 NIH Grants Policy Statement regarding Indirect Cost Rates (NOT-OD-25-068). This update introduces a standardized 15% indirect cost rate for all applicable grants, aiming to streamline financial policies and enhance funding efficiency for research institutions. Purpose of the Guidance The primary objective

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Review of Federal Funding: What It Means and What Comes Next for Life Sciences Organizations

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On January 27 and January 28, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued guidance as follows: Memorandum M-25-13, an executive directive halting all federal financial assistance programs as agencies reevaluate spending priorities. An Excel file titled Federal Financial Assistance Program Analysis Template Additional Guidance with Q&A OMB Memorandum M-25-13 Published on January 27, 2025,

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Unlocking the Future of Microsystems: DARPA’s MICA Program

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DARPA, Microsystems Induced CAtalysis (MICA) Program Overview of the MICA Program The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has recently announced a groundbreaking funding opportunity, titled “Microsystems Induced CAtalysis” (MICA). This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aims to enhance molecular science by creating advanced tools and techniques for controlling molecular catalysts using microsystems. This initiative goes

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New Opportunities with DRIVe: ReBooT and RePAIR Amendments

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Amendment 034 – DRIVe EZ BAA_ReBooT_RePAIR New Opportunities with DRIVe: ReBooT and RePAIR Amendments The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority’s (BARDA) Division of Research, Innovation & Ventures (DRIVe) has announced updates to its Easy Broad Agency Announcement (EZ-BAA) with Amendment #034. This amendment reopens and revises the ReBooT (AOI #22) program and pauses the

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R&D Funding in Life Sciences: What's Ahead in Trump 2.0?

Webinar Alert: R&D Funding in Life Sciences: What’s Ahead in Trump 2.0?

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What to Expect in the Webinar: Federal Programs at Risk: Explore which key life sciences programs might face funding challenges in a new Trump administration. Emerging Opportunities: Learn about research areas poised to gain new momentum and potential funding in the evolving political landscape. Key Players Shaping Change: Get insights into the policymakers and influencers

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