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Innovate with AFRL 2025

August 20, 2025

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Date: Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Location: Doolittle Institute, Niceville, FL
Format: Hybrid
Registration: CLOSED

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About the Event 

Doolittle Institute (DI), in coordination with the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW), will host an informative one-day event for businesses and academic institutions to learn more about collaborating with AFRL/RW.

The purpose of this forum is to educate and help small businesses navigate collaboration opportunities with AFRL/RW.  The event will provide insights into research priorities, technology transfer mechanisms, and small business engagement programs.

Whether exploring defense partnerships for the first time or looking to deepen existing engagement with AFRL, this forum offers practical guidance, valuable networking opportunities, and actionable resources to support collaboration and innovation.

What to Expect

Attendees will hear directly from AFRL/RW leadership, technical experts, contracting officials, and small business advisors. Sessions are tailored to clarify collaboration pathways and highlight how your capabilities can align with Department of the Air Force priorities.

Topics include:

  • AFRL Munitions Directorate Science and Technology Priorities – Hear directly from the Chief Scientist and Capability Area Planners about current and future focus areas.
  • Collaboration Pathways – Learn how to engage through CRADAs, EPAs, CTAs, and other formal mechanisms.
  • Funding and Proposal Opportunities – Get insights on navigating the BAA process and leveraging SBIR/STTR, TACFI/STRATFI programs.
  • Small Business Resources and Support – Discover services designed to help businesses navigate and prepare for defense contracting opportunities.

Who Should Participate 

This event is ideal for industry, academic, and non-traditional partners, particularly those who are new to or have limited experience collaborating with the Department of Defense (DoD) or AFRL/RW.

Participants may include:

  • Small businesses seeking R&D or technology transition opportunities
  • Entrepreneurs, startups, and defense innovators
  • Academic and research institutions interested in dual-use technologies
  • Government collaborators and ecosystem supporters new to or with limited experience engaging with DoD and AFRL/RW

How To Participate: 

Virtual and In-person Registration Closed – Capacity has been reached and we appreciate your interest. Virtual attendees will receive access details via email closer to the event date.

Network and Connect – Engage with AFRL representatives, industry experts, and fellow attendees during scheduled networking breaks and the closing reception.

Engage Actively – Make the most of the event by asking questions during Q&A, and connecting with speakers and support teams.

Questions?

For event-related questions, please contact techtransfer@doolittleinstitute.org.

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