Strategy and Analysis
Dedicated to the defense of the nation
Since our founding in 1942, Johns Hopkins APL has proudly served a special role for the United States as a cornerstone research and analysis institution for some of our most critical defense technologies.
As threats to our national security have emerged, evolved, and even sometimes resurfaced after years of dormancy, our methods to counter these pressing threats have also changed, no matter the operational environment. To meet these changing challenges, we call upon our deep expertise in a number of technical domains, both cutting edge and foundational, across the Lab.
Additionally, our rigorous, technically informed analysis shapes technology and national security investments, and enables senior government leaders to respond to current and emerging threats.
Related Projects
-
![View from space of the Moon near Earth during a sunrise. (Credit: Shutterstock with NASA elements)]()
Learn more about Space Security and DefenseSpace Security and Defense
APL provides expertise to the Space Security and Defense program, a joint Department of Defense/Office of the Director of National Intelligence organization focused on creating a more resilient and enduring national security space capability. -
![Illustration of a globe (Credit: Bigstock)]()
Learn more about Ensuring Resilient Enabling Capabilities in Denied EnvironmentsEnsuring Resilient Enabling Capabilities in Denied Environments
On behalf of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, APL is merging technical capabilities with acquisition strategy to mitigate adversary threats to command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) in the maritime, terrestrial, air, space, and cyber domains. -
![Aircraft assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8 and the French Carrier Air Wing fly over the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) (Credit: U.S. Navy/MC3 Brooke Macchietto)]()
Learn more about Shaping the Joint Future Operating EnvironmentShaping the Joint Future Operating Environment
On behalf of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, APL led development of the Joint Future Operating Environment, which lays the foundation for force development across the services. -
![APL analyses have identified, quantified, and prioritized opportunities to address time-critical targets across multiple domains.]()
Learn more about Countering Anti-Access, Area-Denial ThreatsCountering Anti-Access, Area-Denial Threats
APL is an established, critical partner of the Office of the Secretary of Defense Strategic Capabilities Office, which provides lower-cost, strategic alternatives for shaping and countering emerging threats. -
![Collaborative Analysis Center]()
Learn more about Engaging Senior Decision-MakersEngaging Senior Decision-Makers
APL partnered with the undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics to design and execute a space wargame based on a rigorous analytical framework.
Related News
-
![Simulated virtual reality exercise]()
Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Pilots U.S. Joint Forces Orientation Tour for Staff MembersNews
Sep 7, 2023Johns Hopkins APL Pilots U.S. Joint Forces Orientation Tour for Staff Members
In June, APL piloted a program that featured an orientation tour of U.S. joint force operations for APL staff members. -
![]()
Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL’s Plummer Providing Engineering Expertise to Air Force Advisory BoardNews
Jun 14, 2023Johns Hopkins APL’s Plummer Providing Engineering Expertise to Air Force Advisory Board
Anthony Plummer Jr., a communications and networking engineer in APL’s Asymmetric Operations Sector, is helping the U.S. Air Force tackle missile defense and other national security challenges as a member of the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). -
![Lisa Blodgett delivers the keynote address at the 35th annual Submarine Technology Symposium]()
Learn more about Submarine Technology Symposium Focuses on Maintaining the Advantage in ‘The Decade of Maximum Danger’Press Release
May 23, 2023Submarine Technology Symposium Focuses on Maintaining the Advantage in ‘The Decade of Maximum Danger’
From May 9 to 11, members of the Submarine Force, industry, laboratories, academia, warfare centers, and acquisition and intelligence communities gathered at Johns Hopkins APL for the 35th annual Submarine Technology Symposium, centered on the theme, “Undersea Dominance and Deterrence in the Decade of Maximum Danger.” -
![Globe]()
Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Contributes Expertise, Leadership to NATO STO Space Deterrence WargamePress Release
Mar 7, 2023Johns Hopkins APL Contributes Expertise, Leadership to NATO STO Space Deterrence Wargame
Johns Hopkins APL recently led a classified wargame exploring space deterrence for the NATO Science and Technology Organization (STO). -
![Increased interest in the use of cislunar space and the lunar surface has raised questions about future cislunar security.]()
Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Shapes a Vision for Promoting Security in Cislunar SpaceNews
Nov 14, 2022Johns Hopkins APL Shapes a Vision for Promoting Security in Cislunar Space
APL has released a Cislunar Security National Technical Vision with recommendations for policy and technology development to enable safety and stability in the cislunar region.
