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Shaping The Future through Research

For over 80 years, CNA has fostered a culture of innovation and forward-thinking creativity at all levels of our organization. Beyond delivering thought leadership and innovative solutions to our everyday work supporting clients and sponsors, we continuously invest in independent research projects that explore new tools and approaches for addressing emerging challenges.

From analyzing artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) for public safety to developing a Navy force design lab or creating a custom internal large language model (LLM), CNA's most creative thinkers are continuously working on new ways to help our government solve the nation’s toughest problems.

CNA’s Innovation Incubator (CNAi2) houses innovative public-facing work. Some of CNAi2 projects are featured here on CNA’s website.

years of innovative work
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groundbreaking research projects
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Incubators

Emerging Technologies
Predictive Analytics and Data Visualization
  • Ecosystem Mapping for Climate Change
  • Force Development Tool: Interactive Navy Shipbuilding Plan
  • Geospatial Science: Integrating Generative AI to Amplify Capabilities
  • Methods for Developing Geospatial Data Visualizations in ArcGIS Online
We don’t just anticipate the future; we shape it. In CNA Innovation Incubator, we commit our own resources to turn visionary thinking into seeds of innovation and practical solutions, ready to meet the demands of tomorrow.

"The CNA Innovation Incubator is an embodiment of our belief—backed by our own resources—that every challenge the US government faces is an opportunity for us to innovate and develop practical solutions. We create breakthroughs that matter."

Katherine McGrady
President and CEO, CNA

People

Meet the Innovators

Leadership

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Kim Deal
Chief Research Officer
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Cherie Rosenblum
Vice President of Strategic Initiatives
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Halleh Seyson
Head of CNAi2
Vice President - Enterprise Systems and Data Analysis

CNAi2 enhances sponsor and client engagement; drives collaborative partnerships; and furthers the development of new research, tools, and approaches to strengthen the nation's safety and security. We work with our clients and sponsors every step of the way to ensure that we always align our efforts with their evolving needs.