Latvia opens call for research projects
Covering artificial intelligence, cyber defence and protection against drones, alongside military medicine and other priority areas.
The call was published on 27 October. Applicants have until 17:00 local time on 19 November to submit proposals under the defence innovation research programme.
From drones to military medicine
Up to €1.5 million is available for three projects involving artificial intelligence and cyber defence. Two projects covering autonomous systems and protection against unmanned systems can receive a combined €1 million.
Other areas include quantum technology, satellite communications and surveillance, military medicine, psychological resilience and the movement of military personnel and equipment.
Research over 31 months
The government approved the programme on 20 October. Researchers can now apply following publication of the competition rules.
Projects will run for 31 months from the date their contracts take effect. Funding recipients have not yet been announced.
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