DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
The Army's research laboratory
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New ARL Chief Scientist identifies disruptive research as top priority
August 31, 2026
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Army innovation moves into operational use under ECU-Army Reserve agreement
August 28, 2026
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Catalyst Pathfinder-supported project wins Army innovation competition
August 27, 2026
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Cadet showcase displays the power of Army-academia collaboration
August 26, 2026
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2026 Summer Student Symposium celebrates the Army student research community
August 25, 2026
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From fellowship to field impact: ARL–VMI collaboration advances next-generation light-absorbing materials
August 19, 2026
Mission
Our mission is to execute globally recognized fundamental research to accelerate delivery of war-winning, disruptive technologies for tomorrow’s Army
Leader
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LEADERSDr. Eric L. Moore, Acting Director
Who We Are
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, or DEVCOM, Army Research Laboratory, is the Army’s sole fundamental research laboratory serving as the nexus between the military, academia and industry. ARL expertise drives cross-cutting advancements in science and technology to ensure the Army wins now and in the future.
What We Do
DEVCOM ARL identifies and executes disruptive research leading to scientific discovery and emerging technologies for Army continuous transformation. This research is based on eleven fundamental research competencies: Biological and Biotechnology Sciences; Electromagnetic Spectrum Sciences; Energy Sciences, Humans in Complex Systems; Mechanical Sciences; Military Information Sciences; Network, Cyber, and Computational Sciences; Photonics, Electronics, and Quantum Sciences; Sciences of Extreme Materials; Terminal Effects; and Weapons Sciences.