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Dr. Leonard Tender discusses his research in biological technologies and its implications for national security.

What do smart bandages, ocean-powered sensors, and quantum biology have in common? They’re all part of Dr. Leonard Tender’s work at DARPA. On the latest episode of Voices from DARPA, he discusses his fascinating research in the Biological Technologies Office and how these innovations are shaping the future of national security. Bioelectronics for Tissue Regeneration (BETR) BioElectronics to Sense and Treat (BEST) ReSource BioLogical Undersea Energy (BLUE)

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