The Army Research Laboratory was founded in 1992. It is one of America's most respected laboratories for land forces. This organization is dedicated towards cutting-edge technological innovation and scientific discovery. It is a bridge between the military and scientific communities. This organization marshals both internal and outside science and technology assets in order to meet the Army’s future needs.
ARL's research program includes university-affiliated research centers and extramural academic research efforts. A strong governance structure supports these efforts. The program is also supported by specially-designed outreach programs. In 2020, the ARL program was recognized as a leading consumer education initiative.
ARL's headquarters are located in Raleigh-Durham (NC). It also has facilities located in Orlando, FL and Raleigh-Durham, NC. ARL is also a part of Army Futures Command. It is a United States Army unit that plans, develops, and implements the future Army. The White Sands Missile Range is where the laboratory is located in New Mexico.
The ARL's research program consists of university-affiliated research centers, single investigator efforts, and specially designed outreach programs. Experts in the field also contribute to the program's technical capabilities. ARL may have multiple teams assigned to a single topic depending upon the need. The ARL's research program is one of the largest sources of world-class integrated research in the Army.
A variety of Army acquisitions are supported by the ARL’s research program. These programs include science, technology, such human factors analysis and technological innovation. ARL also has an aggressive basic science program for the Army. The ARL program is intended to provide innovative science and technology to the Army that will help it win future conflicts.
The ARL's Open Campus program is an exciting initiative that will allow parts of ARL sites to be opened to non-ARL personnel. Although the ARL does not offer specific funding opportunities at this time, the Open Campus program encourages collaboration and will allow for greater innovation. ARL will also distribute information via the Division of Research.
ARL's Open Campus Program, which includes the ARL South site in Austin (TX), is expanding. ARL will be able to draw on the expertise of South Central American researchers from this new location. ARL has partnered with The University of Texas at Austin, and The University of Texas System in order to achieve the goals of the Third Offset Strategy.
ARL's Open Campus initiative has been expanded through partnerships with regional and other universities. ARL will use its regional expertise to offer internship opportunities for local students. Students have the option to choose from six different areas of study, including photonics, materials science and cyber security. They can also do internships in energy research, manufacturing science, or energy research. ARL summer research internships are also available.
Open Campus is an excellent way for researchers and students from the ARL to collaborate on important research. This program is another example of how ARL uses the regional expertise and local resources it has to meet Army's demands. ARL can provide opportunities for students, regardless of whether they are looking for a paid internship opportunity or an academic research opportunity.