Strengthening national security through integrated defense capabilities.
The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska convenes multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers and operational experts to address the Nation’s most complex chemical and biological threats. We deliver operationally relevant capabilities that strengthen national security and enhance the nation’s ability to deter, detect and defeat these threats — bridging advanced laboratory research with real-world demands.
As a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) designated by the U.S. Department of War (DOW), NSRI partners with defense leaders and stakeholders to anticipate emerging threats and accelerate the transition of science into capability — rapidly prototyping, integrating and fielding solutions that are designed for real-world missions. We operate at the intersection of research, innovation and mission execution, ensuring our work aligns directly with mission needs and end-user requirements.
NSRI collaborates with federal agencies and mission partners to:
- Develop, validate and transition advanced chemical and biological defense capabilities spanning detection, protection and decontamination.
- Rapidly prototype, test and field next-generation technologies to address emerging and operational needs.
- Conduct rigorous testing and evaluation in operationally relevant environments to ensure mission effectiveness.
- Integrate sensing, robotics and response systems across platforms for real-world operational deployment.
- Exploit technical collections to analyze evolving threats and vulnerabilities, delivering actionable intelligence for national security.
Explore our full research portfolio and mission impact.
