Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA)

The Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA), now known as DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency), is a part of the U.S. Department of Defense. Established in 1958, its mission is to develop innovative technologies for national security. ARPA fosters high-risk, high-reward research by funding projects that can lead to groundbreaking advancements, such as the internet, GPS, and artificial intelligence. By collaborating with universities, private companies, and government labs, it aims to transform imaginative ideas into practical solutions that enhance military capabilities and protect national interests.