Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECRET LONG-RANGE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BASIC APPROACH VOLUME I I. (U) INTRODUCTION (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) One of the tasks levied on DIA by the FY 1991 Defense Authorization Act was to develop a long-range comprehensive plan for investigating parapsychological phenomena. This task was one of several objectives included in a new program for this phenomenological area that identified DIA as executive agent. (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) A funding level of $2 million was authorized for DIA in order to begin this new program. This funding has permitted new research to be initiated in support of overall program objectives. A new DIA limited dissemination (LIMDIS) program, STAR GATE, was also established in order to initiate and accomplish all of the Congressional directions for this topic. (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) This report presents DIA's viewpoints and recommendations on how best to proceed with both in-house activities and external research support for this area over the next 5 year time frame. Research fundings, both domestic and foreign, and results from in-house investigations may lead to updates to this report in order to reflect improved phenomena understanding and to pursue new research and/or application directions. (U) Terminology and definitions unique for this area are briefly discussed in Appendix A. (U) Additional background material on this phenomenological area is included as Appendix B. Details on STAR GATE objectives as delineated in the FY 1991 Defense Authorization Act are. in Appendix C. SECHET/NOFORM/LIMDIS Approved For Release ooodsbe [as »p96-00789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001-4. SECRET II. (U) PLAN CTIVES (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) The objective of this plan is to develop a long-range systematic and comprehensive approach to the investigation of anomalous mental phenomena (AMP). This includes identifying key in-house activities along with an appropriately integrated basic and applied external research support effort. This plan was based on the general guidance provided by the Congressional language that initiated this new program in FY 1991. (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) Accomplishment of the various activities identified in this plan will greatly enhance threat assessment of foreign achievements in this area, and will help achieve the potential for US military/intelligence applications on select tasks as a supplement to HUMINT operations. (U) It is anticipated that this plan will assist decisionmakers in their review and consideration of future directions for this field, and that this plan can begin formal implementation starting in FY 1992. III. (U) SIGNIFICANCE OF EFFORT (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS/WN) STAR GATE is a new dynamic approach for pursuing this largely unexplored area of human consciousness and subconsciousness interaction. Its scope is comprehensive; a wide range of phenomenological issues are examined that include psychological, physiological/neurophysiological, advanced physics (new wave concepts) and other leading-edge scientific areas. Although broad in scope, STAR GATE is well grounded due to its solid independent scientific review base. STAR GATE is based on dynamic style in all its endeavors, especially in its pursuit of foreign work in this area. SG1B SECRET/NOFORN/LIMDIS Approved For Release 2ootiodbe el tbpes-c0789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECHET SG1B (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) It is the intention of STAR GATE to pursue all aspects of this area with high intensity, drawing on an experienced and well-qualified staff along with appropriate external assistance, in order to quantify and evaluate all available classified and unclassified research. By so doing, discoveries into how these phenomena work may be achievable. How to identify people with such talent (or potential for it) and how to develop/train selected individuals should also be a natural end-result. STAR GATE also draw heavily from lessons learned in all previous research and application investigations on a worldwide basis. (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) Thus, STAR GATE offers the opportunity for evaluating the potential of a little understood aspect of human abilities. STAR GATE is a truly unique enterprise; it could identify break-through achievements in foreign countries in this area and should lead to reliable use of this capability for select application areas. Iv. (U) SUMMARY (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) Both in-house government activities and external basic/applied research effort necessary for understanding, advancing, and applying this phenomenological area are identified in this plan. The in-house activities focus on following and assessing relevant foreign research, on performing systematic reviews/investigations of an applied research nature, and on linking with the research activities where appropriate. The external research focusses on investigations that can directly assist in the in-house pursuits and includes those that have potential for phenomena understanding. Some of these basic research topics, however, may also impact on other fields due to their interdisciplinary and exploratory nature. 3 SECHET/NOFORN/LIMDIS Approved For Release oootiese (us Tt p96-00789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECRET (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) A fundamental premise of this plan is that a well-integrated interdisciplinary approach is the most appropriate strategy for making progress in this diverse field. Consequently, this plan includes a wide variety of research topics. Many of these topics are based on recent findings from leading-edge pursuits in other disciplines that are suspected to have relevance for this area. Other topics are derived from a review of worldwide research, consultations with leading experts, and on insight gained from previous investigations involving both research and application activities. Application investigations examined include intelligence, police, FBI, and various medical- related activities such as diagnostics. Vv. (U) KEY ACTIONS/MILESTONES -- IN-HO FOR (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) The initial FY 1991 STAR GATE effort set the stage and formed the basis for moving on into the long-range activities identified in this plan. This section identifies key in-house activities for achieving STAR GATE objectives. These key actions are organized according to the following main functional areas: (1) assessment of foreign efforts; (2) research support; (3) systematic review of potential intelligence applications; and (4) in-house project support. (U) Part A of this section discusses the basic approach; Part B contains additional details. A. (U) BASIC APPROA (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) The STAR GATE program has already initiated and/or accomplished a variety of actions that directly build toward and support potential long-range activities. External research activity now underway includes several new research areas. The in-house work has focussed on identifying support equipment and automatic data processing equipment (ADP) that would be compatible with external activities (contractor, available data bases), on integrated data bases applicable for long-range efforts, and on developing long-term collection requirements and plans. The in-house effort has also initiated activities related to systematic review and assessment of a wide variety of potential applications. Key support SECRET/NOFORN/LIMDIS Approved For Release 20cubstos Git d Fp96-00789R002600090001-4
SG1B Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECHET activities, such as preparing appropriate documentation, procedures, scientific evaluation methodologies, and establishing procedures for scientific review/oversight have been essentially completed for this initial program phase. (S/NF/SG/LIMDIS) STAR GATE personnel have also been involved in direct support of DESERT SHIELD/STORM. Eleven special project reports were published between October 1990 and February 1991 in response to six major tasking categories. Operational activities have generated additional lessons-learned that will be factored into future activities identified in this plan. SECRET/NOFORN/LIMDIS Approved For Release oocd/beive GET R>po6-00789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECRET - Conducting detailed historical/worldwide research reviews to identify possible variables. - Initiating and conducting a systematic evaluation of various application types for different operational parameters. This includes joint research with contractor projects, investigations with various DOD elements, investigations with allied country counterparts, and limited operational pursuits with select tasks/customers. Plans are now underway to initiate select operational investigations. - Examining previous applications or application research data to identify possible trends/patterns, operational variables, and the most appropriate application projects. - Evaluating feasibility of establishing a school/training program for others in the Intelligence Community. - Reviewing worldwide literature to identify possible proficiency aids or training procedures. - Developing a variety of proficiency enhancement/ training support activities. - Evaluating/identifying appropriate external research support. - Providing real-time interface with external research; incorporate latest research findings into applications investigations. 4. (U) IN-HOUSE PROJECT SUPPORT (S/NF) This action area forms the backbone of all project activity. Initial documentation in key areas has already been accomplished (Item E, Appendix D). However, this is essentially an on-going action area due to the dynamic nature of this program. Key activities include: SECRET/NOFORN/LIMDIS Approved For Release coatings GANT p96-00789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 SECRET - Developing and improving proper program documentation, evaluation procedures, and activity protocols for research support, proficiency training, and all operational activity. - Identifying/updating project data base procedures and equipment needs. - Developing project operational data fusion procedures and methods. - Preparing project publications - Monitoring/establishing personnel training needs. - Evaluating feasibility of establishing a school/seminar program for others in the Intelligence Community. B. (U) IN-HOUSE ACTIVITY D Ss (S/NF) This section identifies additional details for achieving in-house objectives and provides an estimate of approximate milestones for their accomplishment. This data in presented on the tables on the following pages: SECRET /NOFORN Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001-4
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Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 CONFIDENTIAL TABLE 2 RESEARCH SUPPOR' ONTO KEY ACTIVITY COMMENTS 1. RESEARCH NEEDS: o Identify near and o Baseline needs are far-term requirements identified in this plan. o Specific needs, and appropriate time- phasing, will be ident- ified by Nov 91 and will depend on funding levels, results of FY 1991 research, and on priorities estab- lished at the end of this fiscal year. o Conduct frequent o These requirements will research requirement be updated by Jun 92 reviews after operational need surveys are complete (see TABLE 3) and additional contacts are made with potential contributors. o NOTE: Above research o These updates will include consideration of a variety of laboratory and government assets. For example, possible operational parameters might be identified if project personnel perform from shielded rooms, sub- marines, silos, or other unique areas. NASA personnel, or possibly astronauts, might become involved. 12 CONFIDENTIAL/NOFORN Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001-4
Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001 -4 CONFIDENTIAL TABLE 2 RESEARCH SUPPOR! ctd. KEY ACTIVITY 2. PROCEDURES: o Identify basic procedures/ protocols for anticipated involvement of in-house personnel with external research projects. 3. EXTERNAL RESEARCH SUPPORT: o Identify how in-house personnel link to specific external research support activity: - Includes both infor- mational and energetics aspects - Includes a variety of project types that are designed to look for phenomena variables. 13 COMMENTS Some of the on-going research at facilities identified in Appendix E would also be involved in joint investigation projects. Baseline document to be completed by Sep 91 with detail updates to follow as needed. Basic approach to be developed by Dec 91, with an update by Jun 92. Annual updates are anticipated. CONFIDENTIAL/NOFORN Approved For Release 2000/08/08 : CIA-RDP96-00789R002600090001-4