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The IARPA Broad Agency Announcement for High-Risk, High-Payoff Research is a funding opportunity from the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA), part of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, that funds cutting-edge research tackling the Intelligence Community's most difficult challenges. Award amounts vary widely, typically ranging from $500,000 to more than $2,000,000 depending on the program.
Research areas include AI cybersecurity, cyber defense resilience, next-generation wireless waveforms, brain mapping, and other transformational intelligence technologies. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, small businesses, and contractors capable of participating in unclassified research.
IARPA regularly issues new programs and Proposers' Days — researchers should monitor the IARPA website for current BAA opportunities aligned with national security priorities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Universities, research institutions, small businesses, contractors; open to unclassified research participation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies widely; typically $500,000-$2,000,000+ depending on program. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
IARPA Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) - High-Risk, High-Payoff Research is funded by Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) - Office of Director of National Intelligence. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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