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A Worthy Endeavor: Science at Sea

Officials at the Office of Naval Research (ONR) mark another successful chapter in training new generations of scientists at sea today, as the research vessel Endeavor has returned to port in Narragansett, R.I., after its latest voyage.
October 31, 2013

Table Talk: The Ergonomics of Bombs at Sea

In an effort to stem work-related injuries and speed the assembly of munitions aboard aircraft carriers, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) spearheaded the development of a more efficient and ergonomic way to build bombs at sea, officials announced Nov. 6.
November 06, 2013

Get Your Rotor Runnin': ONR-sponsored Flexrotor Program Takes off for Next Phase

The Office of Naval Research is awarding a phase II contract to Aerovel Corp. to develop flight controls for the Flexrotor vertical takeoff and landing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
April 30, 2012

Face Time: ONR-Sponsored Tech Reads Facial Expressions for Autism Symptoms

Thanks in part to support from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), there's an app that may screen for autism by reading kids' facial expressions for emotional cues.
December 30, 2015

Call for Fire: ONR Tests Virtual Training Systems for JTACs, Fire Support Marines

The Office of Naval Research demonstrated two systems designed to make it easier for Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) and Fire Support Marines to train.
April 08, 2021

From Deck Plates to Degree: Petty Officer’s Path from Enlisted to Officer

Petty Officer 1st Class Fonanti Sapee, an enlisted outreach coordinator at the Office of Naval Research, was accepted to the Seaman to Admiral-21 (STA-21) program — the Navy’s commissioning opportunity for active-duty enlisted personnel.
December 22, 2025

On the Surface: ONR SCOUT Showcases Unmanned Surface Vehicle Capability on the Water

In an effort to increase the range and detection of various unmanned surface vessels (USVs), the Office of Naval Research (ONR)-sponsored SCOUT initiative recently conducted a unique demonstration event off the coast of Virginia Beach, Virginia.
October 11, 2022

News: Focused: ONR Tackles Data Science, Warfighter Performance

Having just completed a forum with data science experts from around the country, Office of Naval Research (ONR) officials announced July 1 they will host another gathering of leading thinkers in the fall for in-depth discussions on warfighter performance.
July 01, 2014

ONR, Marine Corps Save Dollars and Lives with Alternative Energy at Forward Operating Bases

See how the the Office of Naval Research and elements within the Marine Corps have successfully demonstrated their goal to reduce petroleum and energy usage in remote locations in Afghanistan.
January 26, 2011

Nobel Laureate Underscores Importance of Investment in Basic Research

Dr. William Phillips, an Office of Naval Research (ONR)-funded Nobel Prize-winning physicist, delivered the final lecture at ONR´s spring distinguished lecture series May 19. Phillips´ compelling presentation, titled
May 22, 2009