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The latest innovation challenges of the NATO Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) have been launched. These calls are specifically aimed at startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working on the development of dual-use technologies. The goal is to support innovations that serve both civilian applications and enhance NATO's defense capabilities.

DIANA's thematic calls — known as Challenges — particularly encourage participation from actors in the civilian sector. Applications must be submitted online and in English by Friday, July 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon).

The 2026 Challenges focus on the following 10 key technological areas:

• Energy & Power
• Advanced Communication Technologies
• Contested Electromagnetic Environments
• Human Resilience & Biotechnology
• Operations in Extreme Environments
• Maritime Operations
• Resilient Space Operations
• Critical Infrastructure & Logistics
• Autonomy & Unmanned Systems
• Data-Assisted Decision Making

Selected applicants will automatically be enrolled in DIANA’s six-month accelerator program, during which they will:

• Receive contractual funding of €100,000 to further develop their innovative solution,
• Gain access to over 180 NATO-validated test centers across Europe and North America,
• Participate in an intensive mentoring and development program,
• Receive international business development support.

At the end of the program, the most successful participants will be eligible to apply for additional funding.

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