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CONNECT
People
Networks
Partnerships
Bringing together Harvard alumni, researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and institutions.
Our Purpose
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TRANSLATE
Research
Innovation
Knowledge
Turning research, expertise, and ideas into applied programs, projects, and deployable solutions.
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IMPACT
Humanity
Solutions
Deployment
Advancing aerospace, defense, AI, resilience, and frontier technologies for humanity.
HADAO Evolution
HADAO exists to connect people, accelerate innovation, and transform research into solutions that benefit humanity on Earth and beyond.
HADAO exists to connect people, accelerate innovation, and transform research into solutions that benefit humanity on Earth and beyond.
HADAO Evolving Timeline
Alumni Community
Industry Network
Innovation Platform
Translational Research Ecosystem
Global Impact Organization
2014
Alumni Community
HADAO began by connecting Harvard alumni around aerospace, defense, aviation, and space.
HADAO Evolving Timeline
2014
Community
HADAO began by connecting Harvard Business School alumni around aerospace, defense, aviation, and space.
Stage 01
From Lab to Market
Where Frontiers Connect
HADAO connects advanced technologies, strategic collaborators, and mission-driven ideas into a platform for applied impact.
HADAO connects advanced technologies, strategic collaborators, and mission-driven ideas into a platform for applied impact.
Strategic Urgency
Where Frontiers Connect
HADAO is where advanced fields, strategic people, and applied ideas come together to create impact.
AI is becoming the connective tissue across defense, autonomy, mission planning, simulation, satellite analytics, resilience forecasting, and infrastructure decision-making.
Space is no longer separate from Earth. It now shapes communications, mobility, climate intelligence, security, logistics, and national competitiveness.
Defense now depends on integrated systems — software, autonomy, cyber, sensing, AI, resilient supply chains, and dual-use innovation ecosystems.
Resilience has become strategic. It connects national security, energy systems, mobility continuity, emergency response, infrastructure survival, space habitation, and civilizational continuity.
Programs and Ways to Give
The Intelligence Layer
Why Partner with us?
Learn about our transformative projects
MARS HABITATION
Mars Studio - AUB
The project between the AUB Faculty of Engineering and Architecture is to develop innovative solutions for sustainable living on Mars.
SPACE DESIGN
Mars Studio - UofC
The project between the University of Calgary's Faculty of Environmental Design offered a Master's Degree course on designing sustainable shelters on the Red Planet.
LUNAR EXPLORATION
Moon Race – Team Chile
The project between Google Lunar XPRIZE (Team Chile) to launch a rover to the lunar surface to deepen our understanding of the Moon.
Featured event
GNN: Aerospace and Defense
March 16, 2023
| 4:00–5:00 p.m. EDT | Virtual
Register now to reconnect with friends and classmates and expand your Harvard network. Connect your social media accounts to the guest list to connect with other attendees more easily before, during, and after the event.
Find out more about how we do it and how you can give.
Is Climate Change or Sustainability integrated with Aerospace and Defense, and where does HADAO stand on Sustainability?
Climate change and sustainability are becoming increasingly important topics within the aerospace and defense industry, as these industries significantly impact the environment. HADAO recognizes the
What is HADAO doing about climate change?
As an organization focused on the aerospace and defense industries, HADAO is not directly involved in climate change initiatives. However, HADAO may collaborate with other
What are volunteer opportunities associated with the foundation?
HADAO offers various volunteer opportunities for individuals interested in supporting its mission and programs. Some volunteer opportunities may include organizing and hosting events, participating in
How do I find more information about working for HADAO?
You can visit the HADAO website and go to the “Careers” page for information on any available job opportunities or ways to get involved with
Do Harvard Alumni profit from the HADAO’s work?
HADAO’s work focuses on connecting Harvard alums and friends in the aerospace and defense industry and providing educational and networking opportunities to support their professional
What happens to donations from different parts of the world, and are they tax deductible?
Donations to HADAO from different parts of the world are accepted and may be tax-deductible in some countries. However, it is best to consult with
HADAO Engagement Ecosystem
HADAO Engagement
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