IARPA: Disbelief to Doubt

The demand to solve increasingly complex problems is accelerating beyond the capabilities of traditional computing approaches. Quantum computing promises to revolutionize a host of industries by enabling rapid solutions to complex problems that are currently intractable for more traditional – or classical – computers.  As a primary funder of quantum research since 2009, IARPA-sponsored efforts hav...

The demand to solve increasingly complex problems is accelerating beyond the capabilities of traditional computing approaches. Quantum computing promises to revolutionize a host of industries by enabling rapid solutions to complex problems that are currently intractable for more traditional – or classical – computers. As a primary funder of quantum research since 2009, IARPA-sponsored efforts have...

Enjoy this sneak peak of IARPA: Disbelief to Doubt Episode 4!  In this upcoming episode of Disbelief to Doubt we speak with former Program Manager Michael DiRosa and explore how quantum computing differs from classical computing approaches, how this technology may eventually change the world, and how IARPA has been at the forefront of quantum research for nearly two decades. 

IARPA invests in high-risk, high-payoff research with the goal of providing our nation with an overwhelming intelligence advantage.   Developing scientific breakthroughs that challenge the state of the art requires IARPA Program Managers (PMs) to take ideas from a place of “disbelief to doubt” before successfully launching an IARPA program.  As part of that development process, PMs must address a...

IARPA invests in high-risk, high-payoff research with the goal of providing our nation with an overwhelming intelligence advantage.   Developing scientific breakthroughs that challenge the state of the art requires IARPA Program Managers (PMs) to take ideas from a place of “disbelief to doubt” before successfully launching an IARPA program.  As part of that development process, PMs must address a...

Join us for a sneak peek of IARPA: Disbelief to Doubt Episode 3! In this episode, we sit down with Former Office Director Rob Rahmer to discuss his journey from self-professed math Geek to leading the Office of Analysis to a prolific number of new programs during his tenure.  Part 1 drops on January 13th, 2025 followed by Part 2 on January 27th. Learn more and listen in at IARPA.gov/podcast! 

In this episode of Disbelief to Doubt we continue our conversation previously recorded with former IARPA Director Dr. Jason Matheny, who served as IARPA director from 2015 through 2018. In part two of this two-part interview we discuss the impact of IARPA's mission on national security and science, overcoming the challenges of technology adoption, Jason's parting wisdom on future trends and challe...

In this episode of Disbelief to Doubt we turn back the clock to 2018 and sit down with former IARPA Director Dr. Jason Matheny who served as IARPA director from 2015 through 2018. In part one of this two-part interview we discuss a wide range of topics, including Jason's early career in science, how being a "force multiplier" drew him to IARPA, lessons learned from IARPA's first 10 years of tackli...

Enjoy this preview of IARPA: Disbelief to Doubt Episode 2! In this retrospective episode, you'll hear former IARPA Director Dr. Jason Matheny talk about what it means to be a Force Multiplier as an IARPA Program Manager and discuss lessons learned over a decade of IARPA research breakthroughs.  Part 1 drops on November 4th followed by Part 2 on November 18th. Learn more and listen in at IARPA.gov/...

In Part 2 of our premiere episode of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity's (IARPA) new podcast series, we continue our conversation with former Director Catherine Marsh to discuss IARPA's process for funding high-risk/high reward research, what differentiates IARPA's mission from that of DARPA's, how Program Managers are empowered to make a dent in the universe, and much more. 

In Part 1 of the premiere episode of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity's (IARPA) new podcast series, we sit down with former Director Catherine Marsh to discuss IARPA's origin story and the world events that led to her joining government service and set her on a path to leading what the New York Times has heralded as "one of the government's most creative agencies." 

Get a sneak peek of Disbelief to Doubt Episode 1! In this episode, you'll learn IARPA's origin story and hear about former Director Dr. Catherine Marsh's "leap of faith" into government service. Full episode coming soon!  Learn more and listen in at IARPA.gov/podcast!

Welcome to IARPA: Disbelief to Doubt the new podcast from the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA).   Disbelief to Doubt will explore our 15+ year history of pushing the boundaries of science and being at the forefront of innovation all in service to our nation. Coming Soon!