Science to Shape the Future of the Army
The Army Research Office is the Army’s extramural basic research arm operating under U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command. Founded in 1951 and based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ARO’s team of scientists, engineers, and staff help drive the nationwide research agenda to create revolutionary new Army capabilities.
ARO’s unique focus, prioritizing high-payoff scientific breakthroughs, keeps the Army at the forefront of technological innovation. By cultivating partnerships, supporting talent, and funding bold ideas, ARO delivers the scientific discoveries that will safeguard national security.
ARO’s Unique Mission
The Army’s Guide for Delivering Disruption
Creating, directing, and protecting scientific discovery for the Army; driving the future operational superiority of our Soldiers
The Army’s Front Door to Universities
Opening doors to new academic partners and collaborations (>7,000 researchers/300 institutions) to accelerate game-changing future technology
The Army’s Incubator to Secure the Future
Mentoring and educating emerging talent to establish the Army’s future science and engineering workforce, and to shape the U.S. industrial base
Driving the Right Science for the Army
ARO’s Extramural Program Managers
- Lead as scientific experts with first-hand knowledge of where science is going, informing Army strategy and decision-making.
- Operate as targeted long-range “scientific reconnaissance” officers, identifying emerging scientific opportunities and capitalizing on ingenuity to achieve commander’s intent.
- Actively create and direct new science by brokering strategic relationships and collaborations guided by Army priorities
(43 PMs; 7,000 researchers). - Build networks to train, educate and recruit the next scientific generation of talent to shape the future of the Army.
ARO’s Strategic Engagement Model
- Designs and assembles custom public and private partnerships across universities, early industry, and the Army to provide breakthroughs across scientific disciplines and clearance levels.
- Combines renowned research excellence with robust research and technology protection protocols, including the ARO-created Army Research Risk Assessment Program (ARRP)
- Informs Army decision-making by translating university investment data into rapid, authoritative strategic recommendations that identify, integrate, and drive new Army capabilities.
Educational outreach
Targeted programs to connect top-tier students to critical Army needs early, building a strong foundation to drive U.S. STEM dominance and deep-future Army talent management and partnering.
Trusted Partnerships
Building partnerships with universities and emerging businesses that are flexible, adaptive, and responsive to emerging Army capability needs.
How to Engage
Explore funding opportunities and connect with ARO Program managers via the year-round ARL Broad Agency Announcement (BAA).
Participate in Army STEM outreach and apprenticeship programs.
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 12211
65 TW Alexander Drive
Durham, NC
27709-12211
Physical Address
800 Park Offices Drive
Durham, NC 27709
Phone
Main Number – (919) 549-0641
or Toll Free – (844) 668-2016