Research & development for scientific solutions

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One of only 15 DOD-designated University Affiliated Research Centers (UARC) in the country,
NSRI is a non-profit research institute sponsored by U.S. Strategic Command and affiliated with the University of Nebraska System working to ensure U.S. safety and preparedness against increasingly sophisticated threats.

Mission

As a UARC, NSRI is a trusted agent to the federal government, required to provide and maintain essential engineering, research and development capabilities needed by the DOD. NSRI works within the strategic deterrence and CWMD mission areas. Committed mission >

Capabilities

NSRI deepens U.S. strategic and operational understanding of 21st-century national security implications by providing research, development, testing, evaluation and training across the threat spectrum and in multiple domains. Innovative capabilities >

Workforce

Undergraduate and graduate students as well as postdoctoral scientists participate in ground-breaking research through NSRI. Working with top researchers prepares students for employment within the DOD and other national security agencies. Inspiring workforce >

Experienced Scientists & Strategists

With more than 400 years of experience working in or in support of the DOD, NSRI's leadership team is dedicated, knowledgeable and ready to act.

Leadership

With more than 400 years of experience working in or in support of the DOD, NSRI's leadership team is dedicated, knowledgeable and ready to act.

NSRI collaborates with a multidisciplinary network of experienced University of Nebraska researchers who can help investigate and solve multiple defense-related challenges.

Researchers

NSRI collaborates with a multidisciplinary network of experienced University of Nebraska researchers who can help investigate and solve multiple defense-related challenges.

As USSTRATCOM's UARC, NSRI accesses multiple leverage points to focus on strategic deterrence requirements, advocates for paths-to-solutions for federal agencies and delivers cutting-edge research.

USSTRATCOM Sponsorship

As USSTRATCOM's UARC, NSRI accesses multiple leverage points to focus on strategic deterrence requirements, advocates for paths-to-solutions for federal agencies and delivers cutting-edge research.

NSRI At A Glance

$250 Million

Total awards
since 2012

170

Total contracts and grants
since 2012

44

NU principal investigators leading projects through NSRI since 2012

27

Current, active projects
contracted through NSRI

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Releases & Features

Dec 04, 2023

From Fashion Design to Threat Mitigation: Chemist Creates Adaptable Biosensor Strips

NSRI Fellow Dr. Rebecca Lai, professor of chemistry at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Nov 07, 2023

NSRI provided $5 million for ongoing DTRA chemical and biological defense projects

Oct 27, 2023

#NSRIFellow Feature: Dr. Bethany Lowndes

Assistant professor and human factors safety engineer at the University of Nebraska Medical Center

Media Mentions

Nov 29, 2023

Nebraska U’s new laser to facilitate manufacturing method of the future

Nebraska Today | NSRI Fellows Craig Zuhlke & George Gogos

Nov 28, 2023

NSRI receives $5 million for defense threat reduction work

UNMC Newsroom | NSRI science & technology advisor Dr. Josh Santarpia and NSRI Fellows Eric Carnes, Paul Davis, Rebecca Lai & Carl Nelson

Nov 20, 2023

NU researchers, alumni contribute to national climate assessment

Nebraska Today | NSRI Fellow Jesse Bell

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As the DOD-designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) of U.S. Strategic Command and the University of Nebraska System, the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) delivers solutions for strategic deterrence and CWMD mission requirements gaps. Our rapid-response capabilities and efficient contracting vehicle can help federal government program managers meet critical research and development needs. Connect with us to learn more.

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