Recent News and Press Releases
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Jun 12, 2026
Encapsulation Research Advances Mission-Critical Materials
Johns Hopkins APL researchers are using encapsulation, a technique that traps reactive chemicals inside microscopic shells, to control when materials activate and advance applications such as underwater adhesives and faster-drying inks.
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Jun 5, 2026
Johns Hopkins Team Models Quantum Noise on Superconducting Processors
Researchers from Johns Hopkins APL and Johns Hopkins University have developed a practical, comprehensive noise-modeling framework for quantum computers. Their work, published in PRX Quantum, offers a sevenfold improvement in predictive accuracy over existing approaches.
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Jun 3, 2026
Johns Hopkins APL’s Dutta Recognized for Global Communications Initiatives
Ashutosh Dutta, an electrical engineer and 5G thought leader, has been recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for his efforts to promote global awareness and development of next-generation communications technology.
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Jun 2, 2026
Johns Hopkins APL Collaborates With U.S. Navy and Army to Advance Autonomous UXO Clearance Capabilities
APL is working with the U.S. Army and Navy to develop and prototype autonomous technologies that support rapid clearance of hazards in operational environments, with the goal of transitioning these capabilities to the Rapid Area Detection mission.
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May 7, 2026
A Pint of Hope: Developing a Shelf-Stable Blood Substitute
Johns Hopkins APL researchers are investigating the viability and scalability of shelf-stable, freeze-dried red blood cells. With far-reaching implications for trauma care in remote or austere environments — a critical need for the nation’s warfighters — this effort opens the door to safe and effective blood transfusions anywhere, anytime, and with minimal supplies.