Air Force Office of Scientific Research to host science & technology heritage day

This year has been designated as the Year of our Heritage at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), celebrating a legacy of 100 years of excellence in science and technology, beginning with the establishment of the first Air Service laboratory at McCook Field, outside Dayton, Ohio in 1917. 

As the manager of AFRL’s basic research mission, which provides the foundation for the technology of the future, AFOSR will kick off the year-long celebration by hosting this open-house event. 

Notable thought leaders will speak about the historical value and future importance of science and technology for the Air Force. 

This will be followed by an “Open House” poster session showcasing AFOSR’s relevant, responsive and revolutionary basic research programs and contributions to AFRL’s science and technology legacy.  A sample of the topics include:  Stealth, Maser/Laser, Space Situational Awareness, Advanced Energetics Science, Human Computer Interface, Hypersonics, Quantum, AI & Autonomy, Metamaterials, Biophysics to Human Performance, Programmable Materials and Synthetic Biology.

 For a detailed agenda and event registration go to:

https://community.apan.org/wg/afosr/w/researchareas/19555/afrl-afosr-heritage-open-house

Each of the AFRL Technical Directorates and the 711^th Human Performance Wing will be hosting open house events to celebrate AFRL heritage throughout the year.  Here is a tentative schedule:

  Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (RX):  7 April

  Munitions Directorate (RW):  May

  Aerospace Systems Directorate (RQ):  June

  Information Directorate (RI):  July

  711^th Human Performance Wing: August

  Sensors Directorate (RY):  September

  Directed Energy and Space Vehicles Directorates (RD/RV):  November

  Headquarters AFRL:  December