A PERSONAL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) RADIATION HEALTH PHYSICIST COMPANION FOR RADIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENTS

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking innovative solutions to develop a personal artificial intelligence (AI) radiation health physicist companion designed for radiological environments. The primary objective is to create an AI tool that utilizes machine learning and large language models to provide real-time, layperson-friendly guidance on radiation exposure, thereby enhancing safety protocols and risk management across various sectors, including military operations, healthcare, and emergency response. This initiative is crucial for democratizing access to radiation safety expertise and improving decision-making regarding radiation exposure. The solicitation is currently closed, with the application due date set for October 23, 2024. Interested parties can find more information and updates on the DOD SBIR/STTR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.