Parallax Advanced Research Awarded $97.5 Million MATRIX Contract
On June 13, 2022, Parallax Advanced Research announced a significant achievement: securing a $97.5 million contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) for the Mission Analytics Technology and Research for Innovative eXploitation (MATRIX) program. This seven-year contract focuses on advancing human-machine teaming, human performance, and cognitive processes to enhance military operational effectiveness.
Project Timeline
April 25, 2022:
Contract award by AFRL for the MATRIX program, marking the beginning of the seven-year project.
June 13, 2022:
Public announcement of the contract award.
Ongoing:
Research and development phases in progress, with significant hiring and collaboration initiatives.
Our Impact
- "The MATRIX contract is a testament to Parallax’s commitment to revolutionizing military performance through advanced research. Our work will directly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Airmen across various mission environments.” – Dennis Andersh, President and CEO, Parallax
- This initiative aims to improve analytic workflows, cognitive processes, and physiological indicators to support military operations. Parallax will leverage its expertise in cognitive systems engineering, human factors, and AI to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
- The MATRIX contract is expected to drive significant advancements in military technology and operational efficiency, bringing approximately $87 million in payroll to Ohio and creating over 35 new positions.
Core Capabilities
- Conducting research in multi-source analytics, joint all-domain systems analytics, and machine learning to optimize human and machine interactions in defense settings.
- Expertise in cognitive systems engineering, human-machine interaction, and advanced analytics to develop solutions that enhance military performance and decision-making.
- Development of innovative analytical tools and methods to improve data interpretation and operational effectiveness in complex environments.
Key Contributors
James Bridgers
Intelligence Reconnaissance Surveillance (ISR) Director, with over 20 years of experience supporting the GEOINT and ISR community. James has played a pivotal role in identifying and integrating novel GEOINT capabilities into the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC), focusing on capability identification, product development, and stakeholder engagement. Known for his expertise in business development, James has excelled in strategy development, building strategic relationships, and sourcing contracting opportunities, consistently driving revenue growth and project success.
Dr. Mary Frame
Director of Cognitive Research at Parallax Advanced Research, contributing to the organization’s research and development efforts since 2015. Dr. Frame specializes in multi-domain intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance research. She has presented her work at numerous national and international conferences and has been published in esteemed scientific journals such as Behavior Research Methods and Decision. Dr. Frame is recognized for developing innovative research projects for prominent agencies including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Office of Naval Research (ONR), Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), and Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), among others.
Dr. Othalia Larue
Director of Cognitive AI at Parallax Advanced Research. Born in France, Dr. Larue earned her master's degree in computer science from Epitech before advancing her studies at the University of Quebec in Montreal, where she specialized in cognitive architectures. Now based in Dayton, Ohio, Dr. Larue continues her groundbreaking research on cognitive architectures, driving forward innovative developments in cognitive AI at Parallax Advanced Research.
Dr. Chris Fisher
Cognitive Modeler at Parallax Advanced Research within the Intelligent Systems Division is an expert in cognitive science and cognitive modeling methodologies.