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MAFAT — Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D)

Funds Israeli defense research and advanced technology development for national security and dual-use applications.

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About

MAFAT, the Directorate of Defense Research & Development, is the joint R&D directorate of Israel's Ministry of Defense and the IDF. It exists to move defense ideas into operational technology, bridging academia, industry, and the military across a staff of roughly 1,000 people. Its remit reaches AI, cyber, autonomous systems, aerospace, space, land systems, and marine technology.

Most of its mone…

Programs & grants under this funder

MAFAT Defense Innovation Programs

Funds MAFAT defense innovation programs with direct contracting and research support for domestic defense technology projects.

INNOFENSE

Offers INNOFENSE, supporting Israeli dual-use startups through practical funding for security and civilian commercialization opportunities.

1 grant

INNOFENSE — Dual-Use Defense Innovation Grant

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Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: ddrd-mafat.mod.gov.il