Predictive Psychological Architectures for Decision-Making (PPADM)

The Department of Defense, through DARPA, is seeking proposals for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program focused on "Predictive Psychological Architectures for Decision-Making" (PPADM). This initiative aims to investigate the psychological structures of Key Decision-Maker Attributes (KDMAs) and their influence on decision-making processes, particularly in challenging scenarios where human and algorithmic decision-makers must collaborate or delegate decisions. Understanding these attributes is crucial for enhancing decision-making efficiency in high-stakes environments, such as military operations and medical triage, where uncertainty and conflicting values are prevalent. Proposals for this Direct to Phase II (DP2) opportunity are due by September 24, 2025, with the program's release date set for August 6, 2025. Interested parties can find more information and submit proposals through the official SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.