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More Power to You: Marines Boost Energy, Lighten Load

In an effort to move toward increased energy independence in the field, Marines used a wearable solar-powered system to extend the battery life of crucial electronic devices during a recent field exercise, officials announced Oct. 30.
January 01, 2013

Researchers Wanted: Navy Accepting Applications for Two Faculty Programs

Longstanding partnerships between the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and academia have led to countless discoveries over the years, thanks in part to programs that invite guest researchers into Navy laboratories each year.
January 01, 2013

From Robots to Smart Phones, ONR Research Is 'Popular Science'

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December 11, 2012

The Future Looks Bright: ONR, Marines Eye Solar Energy

ONR is looking to the sun for energy in an effort to help Marines do away with diesel-guzzling generators now used in combat outposts.
November 29, 2012

Research Comes Home to Roost: Six Years Later, Revelle Returns

After a six-year voyage on the high seas, research vessel (R/V) Roger Revelle is coming home to San Diego today.
November 16, 2012

ONR Raises Bar on Small Business Partnerships

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is a supporter of small business and has goals to strengthen those ties in the coming years, officials said Oct. 24.
October 24, 2012

In an Uncertain World, Navy Needs Science and Technology Collaboration, Chief Says

Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Matthew Klunder announced Oct. 24 that the Office of Naval Research will bring together Navy, Marine Corps, industry and academia on a quarterly basis, starting in 2013.
October 24, 2012

DARPA Director: 'Revolutionary Weapons Require Strong S&T Partnerships'

Touting a joint project to create a next-generation cruise missile with the Office of Naval Research (ONR) on Oct. 22, the new director of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency stressed the need to find radical ways to shape the future battlefield.
October 24, 2012

Leaner Navy Looking at Future Technology, Fleet Size and Sequestration

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mark Ferguson discussed sequestration Oct. 23 at the ONR S&T Partnership Conference.
October 23, 2012

ONR to Dial Up Faster Data for the Marines

Office of Naval Research (ONR) officials announced a new program Oct. 22 to optimize tactical handheld technology for quick decision-making in the field.
October 22, 2012