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10 UNO Faculty Selected to Contribute to NSRI’s Mission

Maverick researchers join efforts to protect the nation and enhance expertise in biomedical sciences, engineering, health, and more.

  • published: 2025/04/04
  • contact: Bella Lockwood-Watson - Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications
  • email: unonews@unomaha.edu
2025 NSRI Fellows.

2025 NSRI Fellows.

Ten University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) faculty members have been selected to join the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) Fellows Program, a prestigious network of experts advancing the nation’s defense capabilities.


➡️ Here are the newly welcomed UNO faculty members in the program:

⚡ What's Next? Fellows may join eight working groups to tackle current and emerging issues in the areas of:

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Biological Defense
  • Chemical Defense
  • Food, Agriculture, and Environment Security
  • Medical Countermeasures
  • Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (JEMSO)
  • Strategic Deterrence
  • Wearable Sensors

These groups provide a platform for technical discussions and collaboration, with the goal of accelerating groundbreaking research.


💡 The Big Picture: Designated by the U.S. Department of Defense as the University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) of U.S. Strategic Command and the University of Nebraska System, NSRI bridges the gap between national security and cutting-edge research, making NU a hub for innovative defense solutions.

For more information, visit nsri.nebraska.edu/fellows.

About the University of Nebraska at Omaha

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university, committed to innovating for the public good, advancing social mobility, powering workforce development, and serving as a hub for community engagement. Nearly 15,000 Mavericks choose UNO for its hands-on education experiences, nationally ranked online and graduate programs, military-connected student support, and innovative approaches to supporting lifelong learning. UNO holds the Carnegie Research Activity “R2” designation, securing more than $40 million annually in external research funding and counts its faculty among the world’s most cited scholars. Sixteen Omaha Athletics programs compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Summit League and National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC). 

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