CRADA

SeeTrue AI, a global leader in Security Screening Solutions, signs a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS)

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeeTrue, a leader in AI based security screening solutions, is collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology  Directorate (S&T) and the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Innovation Task Force (ITF) to evaluate efficacy of its state-of-the-art AI Threat Detection Solution for implementation at security checkpoints across the USA.

Key Points: 
  • Under the Cooperative Research & Development Agreement (CRADA) between SeeTrue and DHS, the efficacy of SeeTrue's cutting-edge AI solution will undergo comprehensive evaluation at DHS and TSA laboratory locations, and if proven acceptable by DHS S&T and TSA ITF, at airport checkpoints.
  • Assaf Frenkel, the Co-founder and CEO of SeeTrue, said "Our collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security is a recognition for our achievements serving airports, customs agencies, mass transit facilities, and critical infrastructure worldwide.
  • It is also a clear signal of DHS embracing open architecture and best-of-breed independent algorithms.
  • We are confident that working with DHS, SeeTrue can help make security screening safer and faster for the benefit of passengers across the US. "

ACE Green Recycling enters into Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Research Agreement with National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

GOLDEN, Colo. , Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Green Recycling (ACE) and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to further develop and optimize ACE's environment friendly and low cost lithium-ion battery recycling technology for recycling of graphite, lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) and other cathode active materials. This collaboration advances DOE's deep commitment and investments in the development of sustainable, cost effective and environment friendly lithium-ion battery recycling in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • GOLDEN, Colo. , Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Green Recycling (ACE) and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to further develop and optimize ACE's environment friendly and low cost lithium-ion battery recycling technology for recycling of graphite, lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) and other cathode active materials.
  • Located in Golden, Colorado, NREL is a DOE national laboratory focused on renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development.
  • As part of this mission, NREL is committed to the development and deployment of key breakthroughs for battery recycling technologies.
  • Under this research agreement, NREL will assist ACE in evaluating commercialization of this process to recycle LFP batteries and to upcycle graphite to battery grade.

ACE Green Recycling enters into Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Research Agreement with National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Green Recycling (ACE) and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to further develop and optimize ACE's environment friendly and low cost lithium-ion battery recycling technology for recycling of graphite, lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) and other cathode active materials. This collaboration advances DOE's deep commitment and investments in the development of sustainable, cost effective and environment friendly lithium-ion battery recycling in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Green Recycling (ACE) and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to further develop and optimize ACE's environment friendly and low cost lithium-ion battery recycling technology for recycling of graphite, lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) and other cathode active materials.
  • Located in Golden, Colorado, NREL is a DOE national laboratory focused on renewable energy and energy efficiency research and development.
  • As part of this mission, NREL is committed to the development and deployment of key breakthroughs for battery recycling technologies.
  • Under this research agreement, NREL will assist ACE in evaluating commercialization of this process to recycle LFP batteries and to upcycle graphite to battery grade.

Volcon ePowersports Announces Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the United States Army Engineer Research and Development Center

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volcon Inc. (NASDAQ: VLCN) (“Volcon” or the “Company”), the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, announced today the signing of a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the United States Army Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (ERDC). Volcon believes this collaboration marks a significant step forward in the development of EV technology for both civilian and military applications.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volcon Inc. (NASDAQ: VLCN) (“Volcon” or the “Company”), the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, announced today the signing of a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the United States Army Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (ERDC).
  • Volcon believes this collaboration marks a significant step forward in the development of EV technology for both civilian and military applications.
  • Key objectives of this collaboration include:
    Energy Management: Volcon will provide technical expertise to improve energy management in electric vehicles, including measurement, monitoring, range extension, and export power processes and procedures.
  • Enhanced Tactical Ground Vehicles: Volcon aims to develop enhanced tactical ground vehicle applications to support soldiers and emergency responders in their missions.

Virpax Pharmaceuticals Announces Extension of CRADA with the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

The USASIR is the U.S. Department of Defense’s primary laboratory for developing solutions for trauma and critical care challenges in combat casualties.

Key Points: 
  • The USASIR is the U.S. Department of Defense’s primary laboratory for developing solutions for trauma and critical care challenges in combat casualties.
  • The trial, which was expected to start earlier this year, was slightly delayed due to a change in leadership at USAISR.
  • Probudur is being developed to significantly reduce or eliminate the need for opioids after surgery in approved indications.
  • In pre-clinical trials, Probudur has shown long duration pain control for at least 96 hours.

WRAIR, VA and MitoSense Announce Collaborative Research Agreement to Develop Novel Prehospital Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Traumatic brain injury poses a major medical challenge for both military and civilian populations.

Key Points: 
  • Traumatic brain injury poses a major medical challenge for both military and civilian populations.
  • "This collaboration aligns with our mission to develop mitochondrial therapeutics for injuries and diseases that desperately need new treatment options."
  • "VA research focuses on the needs of Veterans, which includes traumatic brain injury," said Dr. Mark S. Kindy, VA Principal Investigator.
  • "This CRADA provides an exciting opportunity to evaluate a novel prehospital treatment that could protect brain function after injury."

Daré Bioscience Announces Grant Funding Installment to Support Further Development of Novel Contraceptive Technology DARE-LARC1

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Under the terms of the grant agreement, Daré may receive a total of up to approximately $49 million to support nonclinical development of DARE-LARC1.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of the grant agreement, Daré may receive a total of up to approximately $49 million to support nonclinical development of DARE-LARC1.
  • Daré received an initial $11.5 million payment in 2021 and aggregate payments of approximately $12.4 million in 2022 under the grant agreement.
  • “The DARE-LARC1 product candidate is one of a number of novel contraceptive technologies being developed by Daré,” said Sabrina Martucci Johnson, President and CEO of Daré Bioscience.
  • Bayer, in its sole discretion, has the right to make the license effective by paying $20.0 million to Daré.

National Weather Service gains access to Climavision's supplemental radar network

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NOAA's National Weather Service (NWS) has a new set of "eyes" on severe weather, where and when they need to see the most.

Key Points: 
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NOAA's National Weather Service (NWS) has a new set of "eyes" on severe weather, where and when they need to see the most.
  • Now, for the first time, the National Weather Service has entered into a short-term arrangement to access Climavision's supplementary radar data through the National Mesonet Program (NMP).
  • The National Mesonet Program is a "network of networks," which combines data from public and private weather sensor networks across the country, greatly expanding the amount of information accessible to the National Weather Service and its forecasters.
  • Climavision's radars sit directly in these "low level radar data void areas" and provide high-resolution surveillance that increases NWS knowledge of weather conditions.

Quantum Computing Inc. Federal Subsidiary, Qi Solutions, Signs Five-Year Overarching Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (OCRADA) with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

("QCi" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: QUBT), has signed a five-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to develop quantum technology applications in support of USSOCOM programs and requirements.

Key Points: 
  • ("QCi" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: QUBT), has signed a five-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to develop quantum technology applications in support of USSOCOM programs and requirements.
  • QI Solutions (QIS) is a nontraditional Defense company with a portfolio of quantum technology including Quantum Photonic Detection and Ranging (QpDAR) sensors, computing, communications, cryptography, and advanced microchip solutions.
  • QIS will work with USSOCOM's Science & Technology (S&T) Directorate on the development of advanced quantum solutions for use by Special Operations Forces (SOF) in their unique mission roles.
  • Robert Liscouski, CEO of Quantum Computing Inc., added, "This is a significant opportunity for QCi and QI Solutions.

SPARC Research Establishes Propulsion Research and Development Agreement with Naval Air Warfare Center at China Lake, CA

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

WARRENTON, Va., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SPARC Research of Warrenton Virginia and the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) at China Lake CA have agreed to cooperate in the areas of improving the performance of solid rocket motors and airbreathing engines.

Key Points: 
  • WARRENTON, Va., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SPARC Research of Warrenton Virginia and the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) at China Lake CA have agreed to cooperate in the areas of improving the performance of solid rocket motors and airbreathing engines.
  • NAWCWD and SPARC Research formalize a three-year cooperative research and development agreement.
  • This relationship was formalized in a three-year cooperative research and development agreement, or CRADA, between NAWCWD and SPARC Research.
  • Matt Cornwell, SPARC Research President added "I view this CRADA as the start of a longer-term relationship to jointly develop and demonstrate prototype advanced propulsion systems".