Re:The Heilmeier Catechism
by nextos on Saturday June 25, 2022 @06:11PM
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I have worked with ERC and many other funders, as well as in DARPA-funded projects. Talked to principal investigators, attended panel reviews, seen how projects are evaluated, etc.
My impression is that, despite some problems, DARPA is outstanding compared to what we have across the pond. Obviously, that is not a reason to ignore issues or try to fix them.
Re:The Heilmeier Catechism
by hdivider on Saturday June 25, 2022 @07:16PM
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Yes -- I hear encouraging things about ARIA. It hasn't been stood up yet, but Peter Highnam, former DARPA deputy director, was supposed to be the first ARIA director, if I recall correctly. I met Peter very briefly, years ago. Good guy.
My impression is that, despite some problems, DARPA is outstanding compared to what we have across the pond. Obviously, that is not a reason to ignore issues or try to fix them.
In fact, new initiatives are often trying to mimic DARPA. For example, Wellcome LEAP: https://wellcomeleap.org/leap-innovation-model/