Quantum Applied Science & Research Inc.

Quantum Applied Science & Research Inc., doing business as Quasar, is a for-profit corporate entity based in San Diego, California, that specializes in advanced research and prototype development for federal agencies. Registered in SAM.gov since 2002, the company focuses on innovative technologies in areas such as electroencephalography (EEG) systems, noninvasive stress tracking, transcranial brain stimulation, and aerospace materials. Quasar primarily works with defense-related agencies, participating extensively in the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, leveraging its expertise in developing cutting-edge technological solutions for military and research applications.

The company has secured multiple federal contract awards from agencies like the Defense Health Agency, Air Force Research Laboratory, and the Department of the Navy's Office of Naval Research. These contracts, predominantly set aside for small businesses, have focused on advanced technological development projects such as the Cognitive Health Impact and Physiological Sensors (CHIPS) Helmet, the Dry Electrode Flight Helmet Integrated EEG System (DEFIES), and Material Advances for Aerospace Cognitive Monitoring. The contract values range from approximately $250,000 to $1.5 million, with contract types including firm-fixed-price and cost-plus-fixed-fee definitive contracts. Each project demonstrates Quasar's commitment to developing innovative technologies that enhance cognitive monitoring, physiological tracking, and performance assessment for military personnel.

Quasar has also been awarded federal grants, most notably a significant grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH). This grant, valued at approximately $250,000, focuses on developing a dry electrode system for universal accessibility to EEG, with a specific emphasis on addressing technological barriers for individuals with Type 4 hair textures. The grant project aims to create novel EEG electrode designs that can work effectively through diverse hair types and styles, thereby reducing research and healthcare access disparities. The grant demonstrates Quasar's commitment to inclusive technological innovation, showcasing the company's ability to develop solutions that address complex scientific and social challenges while maintaining high standards of technological performance.