DARPA Seeks New Nuclear Power Technology
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative solutions for nuclear power systems that can bypass traditional thermal conversion methods. The agency wants ideas on how to directly convert radiation energy from various reactors into electricity, aiming to improve efficiency and lifespan.

Source: https://www.ans.org/news/article-6276/darpa-wants-to-bypass-the-thermal-middleman-in-nuclear-power-systems/