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Research and Development (J9)

Research and Development (J9) includes:

Vision

Advance collaborative, innovative medical research and development to improve military community health and save lives on and off the battlefield.

Mission

Implement best practices to responsibly design, prioritize and integrate medical research, development and acquisition programs across the continuum of care. By fostering strategic partnerships and transitioning medical discoveries to deployable products, RDA will enhance the readiness and resilience of the military community.

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DHA Address: 7700 Arlington Boulevard | Suite 5101 | Falls Church, VA | 22042-5101

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