The TechConnect Critical Technology Spotlights represent six targeted innovation tracks aligned with U.S. national priorities and designed to accelerate breakthroughs in critical domains. Through an open innovation model, each Spotlight invites innovators to present transformative solutions, connecting them with federal, private, and corporate funding—over $8 billion annually in emerging tech channels. The Spotlights drive transformational ideas across defense, commercial, and dual-use sectors; provide a global stage to pitch innovations to industry, government, and investors; and leverage synergies across Spotlights to shape national strategy and funding.

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