New CSIT Clean Tech grant program seeks small business applications until April 5
The New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT) is accepting applications until April 5 for its Clean Tech Seed Grant Program for very early-stage, New Jersey-based clean technology companies. Federal funding will not affect applicants' eligibility, so small businesses in New Jersey who collaborate with federal labs are encouraged to apply. Learn more.
Latest DAU magazine cover story highlights DoD tech transfer successes
Technology transfer success stories from the Department of Defense (DoD) labs were featured in the cover story of the March-April issue of Defense Acquisition magazine, illustrating how transferring innovations to industry for final development and manufacture helps DoD accomplish its mission. Learn more.
USU's single-dose Nipah vaccine shows promise in preclinical trials
Researchers from Uniformed Services University, who won an FLC Impact Award in 2020 for their work on Nipah and Hendra viruses, recently reported that their single-dose Nipah vaccine has been effective in preclinical trials as early as seven days after immunization. Learn more.
FAA selects five airports for research on drone technology and safety risks
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected five host airports to evaluate technologies and systems that could detect and mitigate potential safety risks posed by unmanned aircraft. Learn more.
NIAID partner Moderna shares plan for pediatric COVID-19 vaccine trials
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) partner Moderna announced on March 16 that the first trial of its COVID-19 vaccine on children is underway. Learn More.
GNL animal studies support COVID-19 effectiveness of Adamis antioxidant drug
Adamis Pharmaceuticals Corporation announced on March 15 that its Tempol antioxidant product decreased COVID-related lung inflammation in hamsters during studies conducted at Galveston National Laboratory (GNL). Learn More.