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Armed With Science

Armed With Science

The Defense Department’s Cyber Crime Center Vulnerability Disclosure Program welcomes certain hackers to keep them on their toes.
The approval of an Ebola vaccine represents the culmination of nearly two decades of efforts by DOD teams and the public and private sectors.
I. Vision for AI ResearchArtificial Intelligence, or AI, remains in an age of discovery. To create a pipeline of breakthroughs for tomorrow’s economy and security, we must deepen our commitment to AI research and engineering, as part of a reinvigoration of research and invention in the United States.A common idea spans the work of Vannevar Bush, director of defense
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Know Your Military

Know Your Military

To mark Women's History Month, Dulles International Airport outside Washington, D.C., is featuring artwork by female veterans.
Army Maj. Walter Reed's contributions to medicine were many. Thanks to him, few know anything about yellow fever and typhoid — diseases that once ravaged military encampments.
Whether they were saving the lives of their comrades or helping strangers, these deserving service members committed themselves to helping others.
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Technology development that's competitive with that of adversaries is something the Defense Department can't accomplish on its own.
Commanders testified at a Senate hearing regarding tensions on the Russia-Ukraine border and the ability of U.S. allies to move large numbers of forces quickly over great distances.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced that, after consultations with German Defense Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer, the United States will base an additional 500 service members in Germany by the fall.
Lawrence "Larry" Eugene Doby was the second Black baseball player to break the color barrier in the major leagues, three months after Jackie Robinson made history by signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
The United States and Israel are more than just allies, Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said following meetings in Jerusalem, "We are family."
U.S. engagement with the nations of the African continent is crucial for peace, democracy and development, said acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Africa Affairs Ronald W. Meyers.
Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks got a firsthand look at the damage caused by last year's Hurricane Sally during a tour of Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida — home of the Navy's Blue Angels.
Army Pfc. Joe Hastings nearly single-handedly pushed back German forces from a stronghold in the waning days of World War II, only to die a few days later. While his triumph and life were short-lived, his bravery will live forever thanks to the Medal of Honor.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reiterated American support and commitment to Israel during his talks with Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz in Tel Aviv. 
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to the Middle East and Europe to consult with some of America's closest allies, with an eye toward "revitalizing" America's relationships.