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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’s ERIS Marketplace

DARPA_PS_25-05_R3_ERIS_Announcement_1_Feb_2025_ (3) Overview The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is the U.S. Department of Defense’s premier agency for driving technological innovation and funding breakthrough capabilities to ensure national security. Known for pioneering technologies like the internet and GPS, DARPA focuses on high-risk, high-reward research that can lead to the development of critical strategic products. […]

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DARPA’s SABER Initiative to Secure AI on the Battlefield

Broad Agency Announcement Information Innovation Office Securing Artificial Intelligence for Battlefield Effective Robustness (SABER) – HR001125S0009 Securing AI on the Battlefield: DARPA’s SABER Initiative In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of military operations, ensuring its security and resilience is paramount. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has launched

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DARPA Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Biological Technologies

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Biological Technologies (HR001124S0034) under its Biological Technologies Office (BTO). This initiative aims to leverage biology’s unique properties to enhance national security. DARPA is seeking innovative proposals that push the boundaries of biotechnology, impacting defense, medicine, materials science, and beyond.

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Request for Information on the Development of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan

Download the Request for Information on the Development of an AI Action Plan Key Objectives of the AI Action Plan Sustaining and Enhancing AI Leadership: The plan seeks to identify priority policy actions that will ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of AI research, development, and deployment. Removing Unnecessary Barriers: A critical aspect involves

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DARPA Launches SABER Initiative to Secure AI on the Battlefield

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)

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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DARPA ERIS digital marketplace

Expedited Research Implementation Series (ERIS)

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

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

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

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

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

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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