The Discovery & Invention portfolio makes broad investments in basic and applied research that will increase fundamental knowledge, foster opportunities for breakthroughs and provide technology options for future naval capabilities and systems. Discovery & Invention programs nurture creativity and seek a balance between risk, opportunity, and potential naval impact.
Work With Us
The Office of Naval Research provides resources for the public sector, commercial contractors, nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities to obtain research funding:
Sponsored Research
ONR's discovery & invention portfolio sponsors research in multiple research areas. Key research initiatives include core basic and applied research programs executed by ONR program officers, prformed at naval laboratories, and managed by the director of research:
Maturing New Talent
ONR's Office of Research is committed to maintaining the health of the defense scientist and engineer workfoce. By investing in the future workforce, ONR helps to ensure the continued U.S. advantage in intellectual capital. As part of its efforts, the Office of Research is participating in the STEM2Stern dialogues, launched this fall, to identify and attract young scientists.