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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (U.S. Navy - NAVAIR) is sponsored by Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). The U.S. Navy's SBIR program (through NAVAIR) funds advanced computing and software, integrated sensing and cyber, and trusted Artificial Intelligence and autonomy, particularly for unmanned systems (UxS) and C6ISR systems in contested environments.
This includes R&D of AI-augmented systems with quantum-resistant cryptology for secure and resilient communication.
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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (U.S. Navy - NAVAIR) is funded by Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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