biotechnology Archives

Biotech industry could face more CFIUS scrutiny

The Pentagon’s 2023 Biodefense Posture Review recommended that the department more effectively communicate the risks posed by specific foreign investments.

Aug 17, 2023 By Jon Harper

Dr. Anna Crumbley, a research chemical engineer, removes the solids from a new batch of fermented micro-organisms. The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command’s Chemical Biological Center is able to produce batches of biomanufactured material at its Aberdeen Proving Ground facility. (Photo by Brian Feeney)

DOD releases RFI eyeing potential Defense Production Act investments to boost US biotech industry

The Pentagon released a a request for information and a new biomanufacturing strategy as it looks to support emerging technologies.

Mar 22, 2023 By Jon Harper

Accelerating the use of emerging tech is key pillar of new National Defense Strategy

A "wide-range of newer, faster-building technologies and applications" pose new challenges for the Pentagon, a senior Defense official said.

Oct 27, 2022 By Brandi Vincent

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg holds the NATO Innovation Fund Letter of Commitment (NATO photo)

New $1B NATO innovation fund will back wide range of emerging tech

The fund is intended to make long-term investments in startups and other entities developing emerging technologies that the alliance is interested in.

Jun 30, 2022 By Jon Harper

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US, Republic of Korea intensify cooperation on emerging and disruptive technologies

They’re planning a new forum and other collaborative engagements as political tensions evolve in the Indo-Pacific.

Jun 9, 2022 By Brandi Vincent