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A woman looks through a microscope.

Jan. 10, 2018

Armed with Science: Joint Efforts in Search of a Cure for Tropical Diseases

Several military medical units have partnered for an ongoing tropical disease study, testing live samples and collecting vectors that could be potential carriers for illnesses like malaria and zika.

A Marine sitting on the ground with 3D printed materials, wires and tools.

Jan. 5, 2018

Armed With Science: Marine Maker - A Course in Innovation

Marines attended a Marine Maker Course where they learned problem solving skills using 3D printers, welders, saws and much more.

A woman with a prosthetic leg runs on an indoor track.

Jan. 5, 2018

Armed with Science: Active Duty Amputees - Staying the Course After Injury

The military has adapted to improve prosthetics for amputees. The Air Force is implementing the improvements in a unique way.

A woman holds a bucket of oysters.

Jan. 3, 2018

Armed With Science: How the Military Uses Oysters to Protect Shores

The military is fortifying itself, and the communities of the waterfront areas it inhabits, with some unlikely protection: oysters.

Two gloved hands hold a vial of blood.

Jan. 2, 2018

Armed with Science: Air Force Antibody Research Could Save Lives during Disasters

The Air Force agreed to a licensing arrangement for antibodies that could help in areas hit by disaster and disease.

Lightning crosses the sky behind a military aircraft.

Dec. 7, 2017

Armed with Science: How the Army Uses Thunderstorms to Improve Missions

An Army scientist has discovered a new pattern that can better predict how weather will affect battlefield assets.

Graphic of a soldier wearing a high performance helmet.

Oct. 19, 2017

Armed With Science: Army Innovation Could Improve Function of Helmets, Facial Protection & More

This U.S. Army Research Laboratory innovation could improve future generations of combat helmets, face shields and ballistic vests.

A graphic comparing the size of a very small antenna to a coin.

Oct. 17, 2017

Armed With Science: Small Antennas Could be Big Deal for Air Force

Air Force researchers managed to shrink the size of an antenna to smaller than a flea. This innovation could add greater functionality to devices used by the warfighter.