April 5, 2024 Around the Air Force: Wearable Cooling System, WAGGI Survey, Specialized Drones Tested at Travis AFB In this week’s look around the Air Force, a cooling system combats heat stress for warfighters, a WAGGI survey goes out to thousands of DAF employees, and an autonomous response system is tested for command and control of unmanned vehicles. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)
July 16, 2023 Project Arc seeks innovators to solve DAF challenges The program is looking for Airmen and Guardians from all occupations who are obsessed with tech, have a curiosity to tinker and want to solve problems.
Dec. 19, 2022 AFRL launches wearable biomolecular sensors program for DoD, transfers technology to Sensate Biosystems The Air Force Research Laboratory has partnered with the Nano Bio-Materials Consortium and Case Western Reserve University to create wearable sensors that measure biomarkers in Airmen and Guardians.
Nov. 30, 2022 Department of the Air Force announces Spark Tank 2023 semifinalists The sixth annual Spark Tank 2023 was recently held and the top 15 ideas were selected to advance to the semifinals.
Nov. 11, 2022 Around the Air Force: New Space Force Leader, Flying While Pregnant, Mobility Study Targets Injuries In this week’s look around the Air Force, the Space Force has a new leader, more information is available to help aircrew members make an informed decision about flying while pregnant, and the Air Force Research Lab helps Airmen avoid injuries. (Hosted by Staff Sgt. Jazmin Granger)
Oct. 11, 2022 Commentary: The Air Force and trailblazing science have been linked for 75 years and counting Appreciation for scientific advancement was built into the Air Force from the very beginning and it remains a proud, remarkable lineage distinguishing the Air Force even now as the service continues celebrating its 75th anniversary year.
July 16, 2022 New medical profile system to enhance communication, readiness Medical profile systems are communication tools that act as a conduit between medical providers, ill or injured service members and their supervisors or commanders.
Feb. 24, 2022 Voting opens for Spark Tank 2022 ideas Cast a vote for your favorite entry in the Department of the Air Force Spark Tank 2022 competition. Online polling is open through March 4.
Feb. 16, 2022 AFWERX opens opportunities for military spouses through remote work With remote options, this type of federal employment can be key to allowing military spouses to advance their careers even amidst ongoing military relocations.
Dec. 1, 2021 AFRL’s drone killer THOR wins Popular Science ‘Best of’ award Each year, Popular Science reviews thousands of new products and innovations, to choose the top 100 winners across 10 categories. To win, the technology must represent a significant advancement in its category.