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ONR Provides $1.1 Million for AP Math, Science Courses in Select High Schools

Participating in a White House initiative to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses to military family communities, ONR is kicking off a $1.1 million investment Sept. 30 in high schools in two states.
September 30, 2011

ONR Kicks Off Fall Lecture Series by Addressing Dwindling Number of U.S. Engineers

ARLINGTON, Va.—The Office of Naval Research (ONR) launched its fall Distinguished Lecture Series on Sept. 21 at its headquarters with a presentation addressing the shortfall of engineers in the United States. Dr. James J. Duderstadt, president emeritus and professor of science and engineering at the...
September 23, 2011

ONR to Exhibit Top Weapon Technologies at Modern Day Marine

The Office of Naval Research will show off the very latest in technologies aimed at providing specialized capabilities for the Marine Corps when the Modern Day Marine Expo opens Sept. 27 in Quantico, Va.
September 23, 2011

ONR Pursuing Affordable Common Radar for Surface Ships

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is developing technologies that will combat the obsolescence of surveillance systems at a more affordable cost.
September 21, 2011

ONR Brings STEM Outreach to New England Navy Week

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) will engage students in hands-on science education Sept. 24-26 during New England Navy Week at The Big E fair in Springfield, Mass.
September 21, 2011

ONR Officials Meet with Navy Surgeon General to Coordinate Medical Research

Medical and research community leaders discussed biomedical science and technology initiatives at the Office of Naval Research (ONR) on Sept. 16.
September 20, 2011

ONR Navigation and Tracking Mobile App Extended for Sea

Sailors and Marines on board aircraft carriers will be able to use smart phones to navigate, locate and track anyone on the ship in real time.
September 15, 2011

New ONR Policy Equalizes Opportunities for Contractors

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) published new guidance on Sep. 15, aimed at preventing conflicts of interest among companies competing for business with the science and technology organization.
September 15, 2011

Countdown Begins for Launch of Navy Communications Satellite

The Navy began counting down the final days to a Sept. 27 launch of its new joint tactical satellite, which will bring on-the-go communications to the battlefield.
September 12, 2011

Railgun To Air on National Geographic Documentary

ONR's world-record-setting Electromagnetic Railgun (EMRG) will be featured on the National Geographic Channel, premiering Aug. 25.
August 24, 2011