This federal Project Grant award of $140,341, provided by the U.S. Air Force under the Defense Research Sciences Program (CFDA 12.800), supports the development of high-power interband cascade lasers and arrays for free space communication technology. The award was granted to Institut Mines Telecom, a prominent non-profit educational institution in Palaiseau, France, in October 2024. This research project aims to advance cutting-edge laser and communications technologies critical to maintaining technological superiority for U.S. military and defense applications. The program focuses on fundamental and applied scientific research across diverse domains including quantum computing, materials science, and aerospace systems to prevent technological surprise and create strategic advantages for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $100.0k | 11/5/24 | ||
| Not listed | $40.3k | 9/11/24 |