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STEM at Dahlgren

Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division computer scientist Jonathan Clark helped eighth grade students at Walker-Grant Middle School problem solve one of the most difficult activities, which was programming the robot to move forward, pick up a box and then return to where it started.

STEM at Dahlgren

Two Harrison Road Elementary School fifth graders assisted Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s (NSWCDD) Michael Clark in demonstrating the electrical conductivity of a steel pipe versus a copper pipe. This was one of several STEM-related demonstrations that NSWCDD personnel put on for students during a recent field trip to the University of Mary Washington.

2022 Academic Recognition Ceremony

More than 186 Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division employees were recognized for completing academic degrees and/or certifications during the 2022 Academic Recognition Ceremony at the University of Mary Washington.

Veterans Day Observance

Brandon Harris was the keynote speaker for the 2022 NAVSEA Warfare Centers Joint Veterans Day Observance on Nov. 3 hosted at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division Dam Neck Activity (NSWCDD DNA). Harris spoke about his experiences while deployed in Iraq and how he uses those lessons to help with his everyday work. NSWCDD DNA Commanding Officer Cmdr. Christina Carino presented Harris with an award after the event.

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National Engineers Week 2023

Founded by the National Society of Professional Engineers in 1951, National Engineers Week is celebrated during the week of George Washington’s birthday. This year, it takes place from February 19 to 25. This week-long observation ensures that the engineering workforce gets the recognition it deserves and aims to diversify the future of this field.

NSWCDD is celebrating National Engineers Week by featuring several of our up-and-coming engineers. New profiles will be added each day of the week. View the profiles here.

NSWCDD Headlines

NSWCDD holds Women’s History Month Observance
March 27, 2023

NSWC Dahlgren Division Engineer Helps to Paint Future Naval Needs
March 27, 2023

Pivoting to Provide: NSWC Dahlgren Division Awards Randall Miller the Department of Navy Civilian Service Achievement Medal
March 24, 2023

NSWC Dahlgren Division’s Cheryl Henry Shines Bright in all She Does for the Warfighter”
March 23, 2023

Students Jump “Robot First” at 2023 NSWCDD SeaPerch Regional Competition
March 23, 2023

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The Leading Edge

The Leading Edge is the professional journal of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Leading Edge features
in-depth articles and scholarly papers that provide a window into the groundbreaking work of our talented scientists, engineers, mathematicians and other experts here at Dahlgren.

Current Issue - Summer 2021

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