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Bio-Inspired and Analog SDR/EMSO Technology

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This subcontract, titled Bio-Inspired and Analog SDR/EMSO Technology, focuses on the research and development of analog and biological technologies for Software Defined Radio and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations. Working on projects for the AFRL Rome Research Site, the contractor will integrate principles from synthetic biology, neuroscience, and cognitive psychology into electronic warfare and RF systems. The project requires specialized interdisciplinary expertise in material sciences or synthetic biology as applied to electronics. The primary objective is the delivery of theoretical models or proof-of-concept biological and analog hardware. This effort is managed under the Department of Defense through the FA8750 Afrl Rik agency.

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Subcontract for AFRL Rome developing bio-inspired and analog SDR/EMSO technology for electronic warfare.

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Department Of Defense → FA8750 Afrl RikView Agency

NAICS

334418 - Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

NY

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Documents

This scope was carved out of FA875026S7002.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Cyberspace Operations for Resilient Tactical Engagement and Execution (CORTEX)

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8750 Afrl Rik

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Researches and develops analog and biological technologies for SDR and EMSO for prime contractors on AFRL Rome Research Site projects. Applies principles from neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and synthetic biology to electronic warfare and RF systems. Requires interdisciplinary expertise in synthetic biology or material sciences applied to electronics. Delivers proof-of-concept biological/analog hardware or theoretical models.

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