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Johns Hopkins APL Develops Methods to Capture and Destroy ‘Forever Chemicals’
The Environmental Protection Agency recently declared PFAS an urgent public health and environmental issue facing communities across the United States. APL scientists are developing technologies to capture and destroy these harmful “forever chemicals.”
Coastal Defenders: Protecting the Nation’s Coasts with Natural Solutions
As sea levels continue to rise, and the need to safeguard our coastlines increases, Johns Hopkins APL researchers are using materials science and marine biology to study and support natural structures that can mitigate erosion.
The Future of Pathogen Genomic Surveillance at Johns Hopkins APL
Future disease outbreaks aren’t probable, they’re inevitable. To prepare for those situations, researchers at APL are leveraging more than 30 years of public health and data analysis experience to develop strategies and tools that will best enable effective decision-making for outbreak response.
Five Key Takeaways From the 2023 Research Frontiers Forum: Climate Change + National Security
On June 8, leaders from government, industry and academia gathered at Johns Hopkins APL for the latest installment of the Research Frontiers Forum to discuss climate change and national security. Read about some of the biggest takeaways from the event and watch the panels online.
Johns Hopkins APL Restores Cold Sensation in Amputees’ Phantom Limbs
APL researchers have developed one of the world’s smallest, most intense refrigeration devices. The adhesive bandage-like device mimics the body’s natural and rapid ability to sense temperature, and bioengineers at the Lab are now using it to help amputees perceive a sense of cold in their phantom limbs.
Expanding eDNA Research and Physical Oceanography Into Critical Polar Regions
On an exploratory trip to Antarctica, Johns Hopkins APL researchers delivered environmental DNA samples and physical oceanographic data that could provide insights into ecosystem dynamics in and around Earth’s southernmost continent.
Sailors 3D-Print Critical Component at Sea Using Johns Hopkins APL-Installed Hybrid Manufacturing System
Sailors aboard the USS Bataan turned the additive manufacturing at sea concept into reality after successfully fabricating and installing a stainless steel sprayer plate to repair the USS Bataan’s ballasting system. The machinists used a hybrid manufacturing system that was developed and installed on the ship with support from APL and Naval Sea Systems Comma
Using Artificial Intelligence, Better Pollution Predictions Are in the Air
As the global climate warms, wildfires are increasing in severity and frequency, and consequently releasing more smoke-borne contaminants into the air. To better predict how and where those pollutants are traveling, APL researchers are using artificial intelligence to simulate atmospheric models and improve the resolution and speed of air quality forecasts.
Johns Hopkins APL and Navy Chart Next Steps to Accelerate 3D-Printing Advancements
To address manufacturing challenges, the Navy is prioritizing the development and fielding of additive manufacturing systems, often called 3D printers, to supplement traditional casting methods and accelerate submarine production. APL is leading the charge in the development of tools and strategies that will speed up and improve inspection of additively manu
Catching Additive Manufacturing Flaws with Nanoseconds to Spare
Additive manufacturing has significant potential to strengthen the United States’ manufacturing base, but flaws within additively manufactured parts are preventing widespread adoption. Johns Hopkins APL experts are addressing this issue by developing sensors capable of identifying and preventing these flaws before they occur.
3D-Printed Optical Waveguides Lay Groundwork for Next Generation of Microelectronics
Using aerosol jet printing, Johns Hopkins APL researchers printed optical waveguides that successfully used light to detect physical phenomena. This successful demonstration marks a significant step toward the next generation of electronic and optical integrated microsystems for a variety of applications.
Rapidly Fielding Autonomous Systems at Sea
As the Navy continues to develop and deploy autonomous systems at sea, Johns Hopkins APL researchers are lending their expertise and insights to rapidly integrate, test and assess low-cost uncrewed maritime systems.
Johns Hopkins APL Biomanufacturing Breakthroughs Bolster National Security
APL researchers are developing biological solutions to address some of the most pressing security challenges facing the nation, including supply chain resilience, industrial base improvement and eco-friendly waste removal.
Roads to Reservoirs: Expanding the Scope of Global Emissions Tracking
Johns Hopkins APL has expanded its partnership with the Climate TRACE coalition to enhance AI-powered tracking of global greenhouse gas emissions, including new sources like wastewater treatment plants and reservoirs.
Nano-engineered Thermoelectrics Enable Scalable, Compressor-Free Cooling
Researchers at Johns Hopkins APL, in collaboration with Samsung Research, have unveiled a breakthrough in solid-state cooling technology, doubling the efficiency of today’s commercial systems. Driven by the Lab’s patented nano-engineered thin-film thermoelectric materials and devices, this innovation paves the way for compact, reliable and scalable cooling s
Johns Hopkins APL-Supported Researchers Turn Biological Innovation Into a New Startup
With support from APL, former staff members John Sittmann and Tom Curtis have launched Deep Root Biolabs, a startup advancing a patent-pending biological platform. By applying plant- and microbial-based systems, the company aims to tackle real-world challenges in agriculture, environmental remediation, and the bio-mining of critical minerals.
Simulating the Seas to Make Additive Manufacturing Fleet-Ready
Johns Hopkins APL and GKN Aerospace are partnering to develop a system that simulates shipboard motion for metal 3D printing at sea — advancing the Navy’s ability to produce critical parts on demand. Building on APL’s success aboard the USS Bataan, this effort aims to enable motion-aware manufacturing of mission-essential components in dynamic maritime envir
Novel Coating Technology Withstands Extreme Combustion Environments
Scientists at Johns Hopkins APL successfully tested an innovative chemical destruction system known as the Pulse Combustion Engine. Critical to the successful test were the development and application of novel coatings to protect the system while it operates. This breakthrough marks a significant milestone in the development of advanced coatings for extreme
Johns Hopkins APL Collaborates With U.S. Navy and Army to Advance Autonomous UXO Clearance Capabilities
APL is working with the U.S. Army and Navy to develop and prototype autonomous technologies that support rapid clearance of hazards in operational environments, with the goal of transitioning these capabilities to the Rapid Area Detection mission.
Encapsulation Research Advances Mission-Critical Materials
Johns Hopkins APL researchers are using encapsulation, a technique that traps reactive chemicals inside microscopic shells, to control when materials activate and advance applications such as underwater adhesives and faster-drying inks.