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Physical Oceanography
The Office of Naval Research's Physical Oceanography program is interested in receiving research planning letters on topics related to our primary focus areas of mesoscale and sub-mesoscale ocean processes, air-sea interaction, new ocean observing technologies and the education of the next generation of scientists.
March 18, 2022
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.
March 09, 2022
New ONR Mobile App Available to Download, Including DoN Work Phones
A new mobile app from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is just a download away – expanding ONR’s reach to a wider and more diverse audience, and increasing awareness of its role within the Department of the Navy (DoN). The user-friendly “ONR” mobile app has been approved for downloads on DoN work phones, as well as the general public, giving access to ONR information to anyone who wants to learn more about naval science and technology. The “ONR” app is based on a similar mobile platform used for several years by the Department of the Air Force. It is free to anyone through Apple’s App Store and Google Play. Simply search for “Office of Naval Research” on your preferred platform. If downloading to a DoN work phone, tap the Flank Speed Comp Portal app on your GFE mobile device. Tap the Apps Menu, then scroll to categories. The “ONR” app is located in the reference category.
August 30, 2023
From Robotics to Lasers: Young Investigators Bring Big Promise, Get Big Awards
The Office of Naval Research today announced awards of $16 million through its 2017 Young Investigator Program (YIP).
February 16, 2017
New Investigator, HBCU/MSI, Early Career and Student Opportunities
New Investigator, HBCU/MSI, Early Career and Student Opportunities
July 10, 2023
GlobalX Challenge: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
GlobalX Challenge: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
May 19, 2025
Department of Navy's HBCU/MI Program
The Department of the Navy sponsors an HBCU/MI program to encourage and support minority researchers and graduates.
March 20, 2024
Hurricane Hero: EMILY Vehicle a Successful Partnership between Navy, Industry
In September 2019, EMILY—officially known as the Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard—operated in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian. An unmanned surface vehicle, EMILY helped disaster responders deliver medicine and other needed supplies.
October 03, 2019
Research and Development Opportunities for Small Biz with the Office of Naval Research
More than 225 representatives of technology-focused small businesses joined a webinar, Oct. 23, to learn the ins and outs of the contracting process for awards through the Office of Naval Research. The Office of Small Business (OSB) at ONR initiated the webinar with the help of Virginia PTAC, an APEX Accelerator program that is partially funded through the Department of Defense (DoD) and administered by George Mason University.
October 31, 2023
GlobalX Challenge: Official Guidelines
GlobalX Challenge: Official Guidelines
May 19, 2025