This is a Defense SBIR Program solicitation inviting small businesses to submit research and development proposals in defense-related topic areas with the goal of commercialization. The topics will be pre-released on April 2, 2025, and open for proposal submission on April 23, 2025. The deadline for proposal receipt is May 21, 2025. Proposers are encouraged to review the full Broad Agency Announcement and register for the program listserv. No specific budget or performance location is detailed in this description.