Intelligence Community Research Fellowship Programs Virtual Information Fair

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About the Event

Join us on March 3, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. ET, for the Intelligence Community (IC) Research Fellowship Programs Virtual Information Fair!

This event will showcase the Intelligence Community Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program and the Virtual Applied Research Consortium (VARC) Pilot Program.

These programs are sponsored by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE).

Eligibility Note: These programs are open to applicants at the doctoral or postdoctoral level in a relevant field. Ph.D. must be completed before the beginning of the appointment and within five years of the appointment start date. U.S. citizenship is required.

What to Expect:

The fair will provide attendees with the opportunity to:

Chat directly with program representatives to ask questions and gain insights into the application process.
Connect with research topic authors to explore potential projects.
Learn more about the featured programs.

Whether you're considering applying or simply want to learn more, this event is the perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and discover how these programs can help advance your career in research.

Topic Author Chat

Topic authors associated with the 2026 IC Postdoc Program research opportunities will be available to connect with attendees in 1-on-1 text chats during the event.

Below are the topic numbers that will have authors available to chat:

ICPD-2026-01-HighCapacity
ICPD-2026-02-Exothermic
ICPD-2026-03-EngSensor
ICPD-2026-05-SpaceRadiators
ICPD-2026-06-Quiescent
ICPD-2026-07-Semiconductors
ICPD-2026-08-Robust
ICPD-2026-09-NextGen
ICPD-2026-10-Nanowatt
ICPD-2026-11-SmallMolecule
ICPD-2026-13-Toolbox
ICPD-2026-14-Crustal
ICPD-2026-15-Novel
ICPD-2026-16-Entanglement
ICPD-2026-17-Prediction
ICPD-2026-18-Stochastic
ICPD-2026-19-Excitation
ICPD-2026-20-Light
ICPD-2026-21-Advanced
ICPD-2026-22-Laser
ICPD-2026-23-Optoelectronic
ICPD-2026-24-Neuromorphic
ICPD-2026-25-Microelectronics
ICPD-2026-54-Nuclear
ICPD-2026-55-Community
ICPD-2026-56-Military
ICPD-2026-57-Bioremediation
ICPD-2026-58-DigitalCyber
ICPD-2026-59-Sweltering
ICPD-2026-61-Biosurveillance

Note: This list will be updated as additional topic authors confirm their participation.

Event
Schedule

Day - 01 Thursday-Mar 26

March 26, 2026 09:00 am

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March 26, 2026 11:00 am

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March 26, 2026 01:00 pm

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Day - 02 Sunday-Apr 26

April 26, 2026 03:00 pm

Sample: Smart Cities and IoT

Our
Speakers

Dr. Allison Martinez

Chief AI Ethics Officer, NeuroLink Labs

Dr. Allison Martinez is an accomplished researcher and thought leader in artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. With over 12 years of experience in academia and industry, she has contributed to groundbreaking work in ethical AI, machine learning interpretability, and user-centered design. Dr. Martinez is passionate about ensuring technology serves humanity responsibly—bridging the gap between innovation and ethical impact. She frequently speaks at international conferences and advises organizations on building trustworthy AI systems.

Sarah Johnson

Head of Global Marketing, BrightWave Media Group

Sarah Johnson is a results-driven marketing strategist and brand storyteller with over a decade of experience in helping global brands connect with their audiences through data-driven campaigns and creative innovation. Her expertise spans digital marketing, customer experience, and content strategy, with a strong focus on building meaningful brand engagement in the digital age. Sarah is passionate about empowering teams to blend creativity with analytics to deliver measurable business impact.

Mark Anderson

Director of Digital Innovation, TechNova Solutions

In this session, Mark Anderson will share insights on how organizations can accelerate their digital transformation journey by embracing AI-driven automation and data intelligence. He’ll discuss real-world use cases, key challenges, and proven strategies that empower teams to innovate faster and stay competitive in an ever-evolving tech landscape.

IC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program

Launched in 2000, the Intelligence Community (IC) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program is dedicated to funding transformative unclassified research that aligns with the strategic interests of the Intelligence Community.

To ensure the research agenda remains responsive to the pressing needs of effective intelligence operations, senior scientists within the IC annually pinpoint vital research topics spanning diverse disciplines, from artificial intelligence, quantum computing and sensing, biotechnology, and energy and power.

Primarily supported by the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), the IC Postdoc Program bridges the research community and the IC by mobilizing top-tier researchers to tackle challenges crucial to IC objectives. Through collaboration among IC Advisors, Postdocs, and Research Advisors, the program not only advances essential scientific inquiry but also nurtures the next generation of intelligence science and technology leaders while strengthening ties with academia.

Applications for the program are now open! The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026.

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VARC Program

The Intelligence Community's Virtual Applied Research Consortium (VARC) Pilot Program offers elite scientists an unprecedented opportunity to transform cutting-edge research into operational capabilities that directly strengthen America's security posture. Unlike traditional research environments, our virtual applied research laboratories focus on practical applications in critical technology domains that will determine future global advantage.

Applications for the program are now open! The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026.

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