Explore research programs in the Research and Exploratory Development Mission Area.
Alternative Computing Paradigms
Innovating and securing computing solutions to previously intractable and unimaginable computational problems
Biological and Chemical Sciences
Revolutionizing research that unlocks the power of biology and chemistry for military operations, health, and environmental security
Frontier Intelligent Systems
Discovering, developing, and evaluating the critical insights and capabilities to accelerate the impact of frontier intelligent systems for the nation
Physics, Electronic Materials, and Devices
Addressing the nation’s critical challenges through innovations in applied physics, advanced materials, and device research
Science of Extreme and Multifunctional Materials
Fabricating the future by creating new materials that enable new capabilities in and for extreme environments