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Military & Veterans affairs Committee Co-Chairs: SteveCollins – UnitedStatesAirForce & AmandaAllen – BayAreaLegalServices
patents safeguard innovation while fostering collaboration and progress.
As an active-duty Judge Advocate General( JAG) in the United States Air Force, I have had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the remarkable intersection of military service and innovation. One area where this intersection is particularly evident is in the Air Force and the Air Force Academy’ s contributions to research and their success in obtaining patents.
The Air Force Academy, in particular, has established itself as a hub for cutting-edge research and development. Through its Office of Research, the Academy fosters a culture of innovation, encouraging cadets and faculty to engage in projects that address real-world challenges. This commitment to research is not only an integral part of the Academy’ s mission to develop leaders of character but also a testament to the Air Force’ s broader dedication to advancing technology for the benefit of national security and beyond.
Patents play a crucial role in protecting and promoting the groundbreaking work conducted by the Air Force and the Academy.
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