Physiological Overmatch
Abstract
Warfighters operate under extreme physiological conditions, sometimes with limited resources and manpower, and must acclimate quickly to changing operational needs. The Physiological Overmatch program is investigating innovative approaches to allow the warfighter to adapt rapidly to operational challenges during deployment by developing novel detection and treatment systems. The program will initiate work in aiding the deployed soldier's ability to defend against biological pathogens, resist fatigue, combat sleep deprivation, receive adequate nutrition and hydration, and maintain a high capacity for teaming and operational synchronization. This program will seek to understand the biological mechanisms of fatigue, and teaming to enable improvements to warfighter health and operational performance. Advances in engineered cells, bioelectronics, and cellular feedback circuits will be investigated to provide controlled, in vivo release of therapies as needed by the warfighter. This approach represents a significant enhancement to warfighter performance by providing protection and resilience from variables that impact operational readiness.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 289bf19d4c7faacb5fb9d510605deba4