Science and Technology Trends 2020-2040: Exploring the S and T Edge

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Abstract:

Science and Technology Trends: 2020-2040 provides an assessment of emerging or disruptive Science and Technologies (S and T) and their potential impact on NATO military operations, defence capabilities, and political decision space. This assessment draws upon the collective insights of the NATO Science and Technology Organization (STO), its collaborative network of over 6000 active scientists, analysts, researchers, and engineers, and associated research facilities. These insights have been combined with an extensive review of the open-source S and T futures literature and selected national research programs. The report aims to assist current and future military and civilian decision-makers in understanding emerging and disruptive technologies (EDTs).

Author(s):
Reding, D. F. ; Eaton, J.
Author Organization(s):
NATO S and T Organization
Funding Organization(s):
NATO Science & Technology Organization, Brussels
Document Type:
Technical Report/Summary Report
Publication Date:
2020 Oct 01
Pagination:
160

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Hypersonics
Communities of Interest:
Autonomy
Descriptor(s):
medical personnel, information science, military science, weapons effects, quantum computing, sensor networks, detectors, materials science, information systems, military applications, artificial intelligence software, computational science, organizational structure, brain injuries, cyberspace operations, hypersonic aircraft, national security
Keyword(s):
NATO, Quantum Data, Space Based, EDT (Emerging Disruptive Technologies), quantum technology
Subject Categories:
Military Sciences; Physics; Mathematical and Computer Sciences
Creation Date:
2021 May 27
Update Date:
2021 Jul 19