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Applying Research to National Security Needs

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Backed by the University of Utah’s 175-
year research legacy, we turn leading-
edge Academic research into field-
ready solutions that support
our nation’s priorities.

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Our Impact

$3M+ Awarded
Through High Tech West since 2024
150+ Applications
for Congressionally Directed Medical Grants in FY26, a 40% increase over FY25
2 MTEC Awards + Growing Partnerships
Diverse OTA memberships and multiple partners in industry

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How We Work

We create connections between the expertise of university researchers and the needs of the DoW, supporting projects from both sides.


We work with researchers to guide applications at every step from pitch to prototype.


We educate researchers on DoW priorities and identify areas for collaboration.


We partner with the DoW to share leading-edge research and opportunities for development.


We help researchers found and operate businesses to bring their projects to market.


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Research Opportunity: Help Advance Military Medicine as a Peer Reviewer

Researchers have an opportunity to contribute their expertise to military healthcare research by serving as...

Showcase Your Research at the 11th Annual MTEC Membership Meeting

Apply to present a poster at the 11th Annual MTEC Membership Meeting, February 16–17, 2027,...

Department of War Research Funding Course

Research Education in partnership with the AME Lab is launching a new Department of War...

New Department of War Research Funding Opportunities

The U.S. Department of War (DoW) has announced new research and development funding opportunities supporting...

MTEC Seeks Proposals for FY26 Military Medical Research and Technology Projects

The Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) has released its Fiscal Year 2026 Multi-Topic Request for...

AME Lab Releases The Faculty Guide to DoW Research Funding

The Applied Medical & Engineering Lab has released a Faculty Guide to Department of War...

High Tech West 2027–2028 Request for Proposals (RFP) Now Open

The University of Utah Office of the Vice President for Research is pleased to announce...

High Tech West 2026 Highlights the University of Utah’s Growing Role in Defense and Dual-Use Innovation

By: Amanda Ashley, Director of Communications for Research & Innovation, Office of the Vice President...

2026 MHSRS Call for Abstracts Now Open

The Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) is the Department of War’s premier scientific research...

What’s Happening Behind the Scenes at High Tech West

As High Tech West nears, AM&E Lab teams are collaboratively refining their projects behind the...

HTW

The Home of
High Tech West

Twice each year, we host an R&D challenge that connects academic, government, and industry teams to fast-track solutions to real world challenges.

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Dedicated to Innovation

We are advancing science and technology in our nation’s most critical areas.

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Protecting Brain Health in Military-Connected Populations

We develop solutions that reduce injury and improve the treatment of invisible wounds.

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Developing Field-Ready Military Medicine Solutions

We harness leading edge research to improve the quality and effectiveness of operational medicine.

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Solving Aerospace Engineering Challenges in National Security

We innovate to give our nation an advantage in all aerial contexts from transport to intelligence.

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A History of
Field-Ready Expertise

At Utah Applied Defense Research, we
specialize in turning research into
real-world impact. Our teams of
engineering and medical
researchers are experts in
delivering products that are
ready to deploy now.

Let’s Build What’s Needed Now

We are standing by to support your goals. Contact our team to learn how we can help.

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