TRIF Initiative: National Security Systems

Researcher Judith Su will use the funding to build a handheld version of her FLOWER device that can detect trace chemicals and enhance safety for military personnel.

The Defense Civilian Training Corps program prepares students for civilian careers in the Department of Defense. Students will share their stories at the DCTC Scholar Showcase.

Nearly 150 service members have participated across 28 departments at the U of A to date. Despite growing participation, those familiar with the program believe it remains underutilized.

These initial interactions have encouraged Research Development Services staff to continue their efforts to combine local military and academic expertise.

The College of Applied Science and Technology received $1 million from Google's Cybersecurity Clinics Fund to establish the clinic.

These awards are part of the recently announced Defense University Research Instrumentation Program funding totaling $161 million to 281 university researchers across the U.S.