Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA) at
Links and Resources
Description
- EPAs provide ARL the means to assist universities with extending their research capabilities in areas relevant to Army needs, and provide an opportunity for students to work on degrees in programs of interest to ARL.
Features/Characteristics
- Benefits to the Army include:
- The university develops scientific and engineering expertise applicable to future Army needs.
- Students working on ARL-sponsored research receive an early exposure to ARL, thereby expanding the possible talent pool for future recruitment.
I.P. and Resource Commitment
- Under an EPA, equipment can be donated or loaned to an educational institute for any duration of time. Laboratory personnel can be allowed to teach or assist in developing courses and course materials.
Other Agencies/Laboratories That Use This Mechanism
