Imagine a chinstrap penguin standing on a frozen Antarctic cliff, balancing an egg on its feet. This penguin doesn’t sleep in long, continuous periods like we do. Instead, it takes hundreds—even thousands—of tiny naps throughout the day. Each microsleep lasts… Continue Reading
DARPA and US Department of Defense does NOT endorse this post or project idea. Global Soil Verification is a DARPA project idea for a new standard for terrain information. It would be a system where the world would be 1… Continue Reading
Biomanufacturing is at the forefront of a revolution that could transform industries, address global challenges, and strengthen national security. But for this emerging field to reach its full potential, we need a clear strategy that balances short-term wins with long-term… Continue Reading
What are you trying to do? Articulate your objectives using absolutely no jargon. A machine that can preserve foods without the need for external electricity, designed to last 100 years with little maintenance, withstand field conditions, and can be… Continue Reading
Crops around the world face enormous challenges—from unpredictable weather to destructive pests and diseases. The Insect Allies Program, funded by the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), aims to tackle these threats by exploring a groundbreaking idea: using insects… Continue Reading
DARPA and US Department of Defense does NOT endorse this post or project idea. Project Biofabriko aims to revolutionize microchip manufacturing through the innovative use of biofabrication techniques. This groundbreaking project leverages biological systems to create microchips, offering a sustainable… Continue Reading
Project Biofabriko aims to revolutionize the manufacturing of microchips through innovative biofabrication techniques. Leveraging the unique capabilities of biological systems, this project seeks to develop sustainable and efficient alternatives to traditional semiconductor manufacturing. The following proposed solutions explore a range… Continue Reading
DARPA and US Department of Defense does NOT endorse this post or project idea. Project Algaepunk 20-77 aims to revolutionize sustainable development by integrating algae cultivation into urban and rural environments. This innovative project proposes the deployment of scalable, modular… Continue Reading
Project 4X200 – Real-Time Detection of DNA The goal of Project 4X200 is to quickly identify specific DNA sequences from small samples of biological fluids like blood or saliva. The aim is to detect DNA from 200 different agents using… Continue Reading
DARPA and US Department of Defense does NOT endorse this post or project idea. Here is a DARPA project idea (more about DARPA) to develop a quick, simple, scalable system to grow kelp and to increase the number of useable… Continue Reading