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TechConnect Critical Technology SpotlightS

The TechConnect Critical Technology Spotlights represent seven 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 to an audience of corporate and federal scouts, investors, potential partners and more. The Spotlights drive transformational ideas across 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.

Learn More   Early Submission Deadline: October 16, 2026