Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global)

ONR Global Science Advisors are civilian scientists, engineers and technologists selected for a prestigious one- to three-year tour. These experts report to US Navy and United States Marine Corps commands worldwide, focusing on advancing naval warfare technologies. As senior liaisons with science and tech organizations, they: 🔹 Communicate needs to shape S&T investments, 🔹 Leverage the naval community for rapid tech solutions, and 🔹 Gain unique insights into military operations. With cross-cultural and on-the-job training, they emerge as leaders, ready for senior executive roles. Join us in celebrating the brilliant minds driving naval innovation! ⚓ #NavalResearch #Innovation #ONRGlobal #STEM #MilitaryTech

Congratulations to Dr. (Derrick) Marcus Tepaske on assuming his new role as Technical Director for ONR Global! "I am honored and thrilled to take on my new role as Technical Director for The Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global). I look forward to working with our talented team to drive innovation and deliver cutting-edge research that supports the US Navy's mission. Together, we will push the boundaries of what is possible and ensure our nation's technological advantage for years to come."

The London Tech Bridge has been fortunate this summer to onboard three DOD SMART Scholar Interns. This past week we hosted a team from the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, NATO DIANA, and leaders form the SMART Scholars program checking in on the progress of our new team members. Later in the day we were able to visit the The Alan Turing Institute where a second group of DOD Scholars are currently interning to see what they have been up to. Joining the LTB team this summer are PhD candidates Juliet Swinea, Aaron Wildenborg, and Sierra Yost. They have already made a huge impact on the work we are doing in novel power & energy, quantum, personnel protection, and workforce of the future. Thank you for all your hard work and great attitude! #bettertogether NavalX Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) Office of Naval Research Jaimie Roylance OBE Chester Butterworth Andy Berner (Derrick) Marcus Tepaske Joel Uzarski Scott Bewley Noam Oz Graham "Gray" Chynoweth Jeffrey Brewer Daniel Weil Faith Oluwaremi Bindu Nair Barbara McQuiston Robert Leonard Marc Christino BMNT

SBA3.0 CONFERENCE SPONSORS! We are extremely grateful for the generous support of our #sponsors in making the upcoming SynBio Africa #conference possible! Platinum +++ sponsor Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) Silver sponsors LanzaTech BioMADE Bronze sponsors UNIDIR — UN Institute for Disarmament Research International Biosecurity and Biosafety Initiative for Science (IBBIS) RoyLab Global 络仪国际公司 Supporter sponsor 80,000 Hours Partner (Travel logistics) TIMU Grand Africa Safaris (to arrange a privately sponsored tour safaris in Nairobi, contact timugrandafricasafaris@gmail.com If you haven't yet registered, late registration is still open Register: bit.ly/SBACONF2024 See you all in Nairobi in just one week time. Be inspired. Be informed. Be part of the change.

Happy Independence Day!

Had an inspiring visit to the Universität Wien | University of Vienna last week with Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) CO Capt Andy Berner and esteemed U.S. Embassy colleagues. Stepping into Erwin Schrodinger's office reminded us of a stellar past in quantum physics at University of Vienna, but the thrilling part was learning about the awesome research being conducted now. A big thank you to Prof. Markus Arndt and Prof. Philip Walther groups for hosting us. Excited for future collaborations and innovations! #Quantum #Innovation #UniversityOfVienna #ONRGlobal

Another enthralling day at the London Tech Bridge, this time sharing the experience with the Deputy CNO for Warfighting Requirements and Capabilities, VADM Pitts. It was great to share with him how the Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) is blazing the path for DoN engagement with international scientists and engineers, especially right here with our UK counterparts/roomates at the London Tech Bridge. No better way to do it! Andy Berner, Jaimie Roylance OBE, (Derrick) Marcus Tepaske, Joel Uzarski, Jeffrey Brewer, Daniel Weil, Marc Christino #InternationalScience

#SECNAV Hon. Carlos Del Toro convened with ONR GLOBAL representatives, including Dr. Chris Konek, Kyle Gustafson, PhD and Sonia Wolff, in Santiago, Chile to discuss S&T R&D in South America. “ONR Global is proud to help carry out the vision outlined in the SECNAV’s Naval S&T Strategy,” said ONR GLOBAL Commanding Officer Capt. Andy Berner. “By establishing and cultivating strong international connections, ONRG propels the execution of long-range strategic efforts that address the future needs of the naval fleet and forces and international partners.” Office of the Secretary of the Navy | #SECNAV #onrglobal

As it concludes after 13 years, the Partnership for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program held a final three-day workshop in Bangkok, Thailand. Since 2011, PEER has funded collaborative research between scientists in USAID partner countries and U.S. higher education institutions. This initiative has produced scientific breakthroughs, trained future scientists, built scientific capacity at local higher education institutions, and translated evidence into action. PEER’s legacy includes 168 projects spanning 18 countries throughout South and Southeast Asia. To celebrate the impacts of PEER’s researchers, #USAIDAsia Mission Director Steven G. Olive, along with representatives from USAID, The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global) , SERVIR Global, and the Japanese Science and Technology Agency joined researchers from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam to highlight the value of working with local research partners when addressing local development challenges.

⚓ Celebrating Freedom! 🇺🇸 Today, we honor the enduring spirit of freedom and resilience. As we commemorate a day of American freedom. #OTD in 1865-- more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the emancipation proclamation, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news, freeing 250,000 people still held in bondage.