U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL)

Whether walking, driving, sailing, or flying, GPS technology helps people know where they are and get where they’re going. A @NASA & @USNRL instrument on board the recently launched GPS III SV-09 satellite will help improve location measurements.

Two NRL contracting professionals recognized by the Office of Naval Research for acquisition excellence for demonstrating excellent performance in the acquisition of systems, products, and research and development for the @USNavy and @USMC🌟 #usnavy #research #innovation #GovCon

Dr. Kathryn Wahl receives NRL’s 2025 E.O. Hulburt Science Award, one of the Lab's top honors. Her work in tribology, nanomechanics & biofouling is advancing Navy-relevant science at the smallest scales. 🔗spgv.io/60178ENP #STEM #NavalResearch #SciencewithImpact

#TechTuesday Viking Sounding Rocket Program 🚀 By launching a large rocket from the USS Norton Sound, NRL proved missiles could be deployed from ships at sea—a critical step that revolutionized naval strategy and national security. #usnavy #NavalResearch #MilitaryTech

NRL's Dr. Goodman was named 2025 ONR Global Tech Employee of the Year for accelerating AI to the warfighter He led the GlobalX AI Challenge, bridging the gap between research and warfighter needs by delivering cutting-edge maritime security AI Read more: spgv.io/60138Bkc

🚀 From NRL intern to the @Space_Station a Potomac native's career trajectory demonstrates how early research experiences can help shape leaders in science and exploration. Read More: spgv.io/60178BrV #NavalResearch #SpaceScience #InternImpacts #spacestation

At the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, scientists are using advanced mass spectrometry to better understand how nitrogen-containing contribute to instability during storage. Read more: spgv.io/6011Bh2L

#TechTuesday Liquid Thermal Diffusion Process⚛️ In 1939, NRL physicist P. Abelson developed this process, a breakthrough method using heat to separate uranium isotopes. NRL scaled this from a lab concept to an industrial process, turning basic science into powerful capabilities.

NRL's Spectrum Collaboration and Demonstration Team has been awarded the 2025 USN-USMC Electromagnetic Spectrum Team Excellence Award for their game-changing technology.🏆 Learn more about the team here: spgv.io/6018BCoC

This #TechTuesday, we’re recognizing the role of physics and materials science in advancing next-generation energy technologies. Pioneering research in condensed matter physics and materials science has helped enable modern energy systems, including lasers and other high-energy applications. Understanding how materials behave at the atomic level is key to developing scalable, efficient energy solutions. These foundational discoveries support scaled directed energy, where high-impact, low-cost energy systems are shaping the future of defense and innovation. Recent work at the @USNRL’s NIKE Laser-Target Facility shows how high-energy laser research and materials science come together to study extreme states of matter: navy.mil/Press-Office/N… #TechTuesday #STEMInnovation #Physics #DirectedEnergy #SMARTScholarship

What's really causing the magnetic signal? 🔍⚛ NRL researchers used neutron scattering to take a closer look at RuO₂ and found that exchange bias was the cause and not the material itself. Read more📘: spgv.io/6011BCYB #NRL #altermagnetism #scincethatworks

Chief of Naval Research Dr. Rachel Riley delivered her first workforce address to U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) employees on Feb. 11. Dr. Riley discussed naval science and technology strategy during a town hall in Washington, D.C. #NavalResearch #ScienceAndTechnology #NRL

#TechTuesday X-ray Astronomy🔭 From seeing the Sun in a new light to mapping the cosmos, NRL was central to X-ray astronomy. We identified the Crab Nebula as a source & created the HEAO-1 catalog, a standard reference for astronomers. #NRLhistory #SciencewithImpact #Innovation

Space breathes in cycles, bright, quiet, relentless. VLITE has listened through all of this, capturing 11 years of change in the radio sky Turning long-term insight into operational awareness Because readiness begins with understanding Click link:⬇️ spgv.io/6013B7dV

NRL's Dr. Borsuk retires after a 42-year historic career. A 5-time Presidential Rank Award winner he has been a driving force behind the tech that keeps the Navy ahead of the curve. ⚓ 🔗spgv.io/6017B7Et #NRL #NavyTech #usnavy #Innovation #Legacy

#TechTuesday SOLRAD 1 ☀️🚀 In 1960, NRL launched SOLRAD 1, proving solar X-rays cause radio blackouts and recording the first solar flare from orbit. Its data protected Apollo astronauts & laid the groundwork for modern space weather forecasting! #NRLhistory #SpaceWeather

🔬 🔭 💾 Are you a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student with a passion for science and technology? NRL offers a unique opportunity to turn your curiosity into real-world impact. Learn more here: spgv.io/6013BA07

NRL's Lt. Cmdr. Velazquez-Delgado named Navy Medicine’s 2025 Biochemistry Officer of the Year! From a pro baseball career to leading transformative research in #CBRN defense, he is a powerful example of leadership and service. 🔗 spgv.io/6015BAbz #sciencewithimpact

Industry engagement opportunity: @USNRL is seeking information on commercial, space-based electro-optical systems capable of nighttime Earth observation (TRL 6+). Insights will help inform future technology demonstrations and acquisition pathways. 🛰️ Submissions due Feb. 22!

NRL XO Capt. Rice joined @FedGovToday to discuss how we're scaling autonomy across domains. At NRL, we're pioneering the science behind AI as a teammate to give warfighters a decisive edge. Learn more about how we're accelerating innovation for the fleet: fedgovtoday.com/guests/ai-as-a…