Challenges and focus areas

42 U.S. Code § 19107. Challenges and focus areas

(a) In generalIn consultation with the Assistant Director, the Board, and the interagency working group established under part D of subchapter VI, the Director shall identify, and annually review and update as appropriate, a list of—
(1)
not more than 5 United States societal, national, and geostrategic challenges that may be addressed by technology to guide activities under this part; and
(2)
not more than 10 key technology focus areas to guide activities under this part.
(b) Initial list of societal, national, and geostrategic challengesThe initial list of societal, national, and geostrategic challenges are the following:
(1)
United States national security.
(2)
United States manufacturing and industrial productivity.
(3)
United States workforce development and skills gaps.
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