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Software Program Boosts Sailors' Reading Skills 2 Grade Levels

To increase the capabilities and potential of new recruits, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) has invested in a cutting-edge software program that improves the reading comprehension of its Sailors two grade levels after only 40 hours of study.
April 20, 2010

Office of Naval Research Key Partner at the “Rebooting Computing Summit” to Reignite Interest in Computer Science

With graduates in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields declining, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is partnering with computer science experts to encourage and inspire the next generation of technology professionals.
January 29, 2009

ONR to Promote STEM Initiatives with SeaPerch During Detroit Navy Week

The Office of Naval Research will participate in the Detroit Navy Week, to be held July 18-24, 2011.
July 18, 2011

Media Advisory: Workshop to Produce Best Practices for "Teaching Future Warship Designers"

The Office of Naval Research (ONR), in conjunction with its international component ONR Global, sponsored a workshop May 17-19, 2004 at University College London (UCL), to discuss initiatives to address the serious worldwide shortage of well-trained naval engineers.
August 10, 2004

ONR-funded STEM Program Offers Peek Into World of Real "CSI"

The Office of Naval Research funds a CSI-styled summer camp at Southern Methodist University.
July 20, 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

Chief of Naval Research to Tout STEM Initiatives on Fox News Show

The Department of the Navy’s chief of naval research will appear on a Fox News program Nov. 9.
November 07, 2011

STEM Grand Challenge Winners to Build Better Digital Tutors for Students

Winners of ONR's STEM Grand Challenge will produce intelligent tutoring technology that will be used to enhance the STEM skills of students, Sailors and Marines.
February 21, 2012

ONR's Digital Tutors Give Naval Recruits, High School Students an Academic Edge

The Office of Naval Research is helping students with computer-based applications similar to programs originally designed for Navy recruits.
April 18, 2011

Nation's Future STEM Professionals Gather at D.C. Event

ONR will engage with students, families and teachers at the USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington, D.C.
April 26, 2012