Engineer Research and Development Center News

Dr. Sally Shoop awarded American Society of Civil Engineers Can-Am Amity Award

Justin Campfield, public affairs specialist — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:07:10 GMT

Dr. Sally Shoop, research engineer with ERDC’s Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory, has been awarded the 2026 Can-Am Civil Engineering Amity Award by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

ERDC’s SMART Scholarship Program provides opportunities for aspiring STEM professionals

Justus Reed, Public Affairs Specialist — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:35:56 GMT

The Department of War (DoW) SMART Scholarship Program is designed to help science, technology, engineering and mathematics students jumpstart their careers—building the next generation of STEM experts in civilian service. From the SMART Scholarship Program have emerged some of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) most accomplished leaders.

ERDC Alumni Association donates “comfort critters” to Vicksburg first responders

Justus Reed, Public Affairs Specialist — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:34:12 GMT

Retirees from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) kicked off the holiday season by serving the community’s law enforcement and emergency agencies. As part of their annual Christmas party on Dec. 19, the ERDC Alumni Association hosted a luncheon, serving gumbo and presenting stuffed animals – known as “comfort critters”— to local agencies.

ERDC employees donate more than 7,700 pounds of food to local pantries

Mary Margaret Edney, Public Affairs Chief — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:27:53 GMT

Through their cutting-edge science, employees at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) work each day to deliver innovations that strengthen national security, support the military and improve the nation’s infrastructure and resilience. In recent weeks, that commitment has extended beyond the laboratory as ERDC personnel have taken on an added mission — giving back to the Vicksburg community.

ERDC inducts the late Dr. Michael Stephens into the WES Gallery of Distinguished Civilian Employees

Pentagon News — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:03:27 GMT

The late Dr. Michael Stephens’ legacy is cemented in the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) history, as he was posthumously inducted into the WES (Waterways Experiment Station) Gallery of Distinguished Civilian Employees.

CRREL’s Randy Hill Inducted into Gallery of Distinguished Employees

Justin Campfield, public affairs specialist — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:53:28 GMT

Physical scientist Randy Hill was inducted into the Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory’s (CRREL) Gallery of Distinguished Employees on Aug. 21.

Vibration Proof: ERDC engineer helps protect B-2 bombers

Tim Reeves, ERDC Corporate Communications Office — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 20:47:00 GMT

For nearly four decades, the B-2 Spirit, commonly referred to as the stealth bomber, has been the tip of the spear in the United States’ ability to project force on a global scale. The aircraft’s capabilities – developed in secret and once thought impossible – were on full display during the recent Operation Midnight Hammer, in which the aircraft was used to dismantle assets with Iran’s nuclear weapons program.

Savant selected as Fulbright Specialist

Carol C. Coleman, public affairs specialist — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:06:33 GMT

Dr. Gaurav Savant, a senior scientific technical manager at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), has been selected as a Fulbright Specialist.

CERL’s Melanie Johnson wins Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) Career Exceptional Service Award

Justus Reed, Public Affairs Specialist — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:38:30 GMT

One of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) electrical engineers earned recognition for her contributions to improving microgrid technology. Melanie Johnson, a research electrical engineer and team lead at ERDC’s Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL), earned the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) Career Exceptional Service Award.

CRREL engineer earns a spot in The Explorers Club for Antarctic accomplishments

Justin Campfield, public affairs specialist — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:48:30 GMT

The Public Affairs Office at the U.S. Army Engineer and Research Development Center's Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (CRREL) recently spoke with George Blaisdell about The Explorers Club, his admittance into it and what the achievement means to him.

From the lab to the classroom: ERDC welcomes Army’s largest group of STEM teachers

Claiborne Cooksey — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:25:50 GMT

VICKSBURG, Miss. – After spending four weeks learning alongside engineers and scientists at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), 18 teachers are heading back to the classroom with a renewed love for science and technology.

ERDC divers essential to underwater research

Carol C. Coleman, public affairs specialist — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:52:43 GMT

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dive teams are called upon for a myriad of operations. Whether performing underwater inspections, maintenance or construction tasks, these teams are essential for maintaining the safety and functionality of the nation’s infrastructure. As a part of that cadre, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center’s (ERDC) dive team is no different.

Coastal engineer rescues children caught in large vessel wakes

Tim Reeves, ERDC Corporate Communications Office — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:40:09 GMT

In March, Tanner Jernigan was supporting an ongoing research project on Tybee Island, Georgia, when the unthinkable happened and Jernigan jumped in to rescue the lives of three children. Jernigan, a coastal research engineer with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), works at the ERDC Field Research Facility, part of the Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory.

ERDC welcomes 13th Commander, Lt. Col. Joshua Haynes

Justus Reed, Public Affairs Specialist — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:31:00 GMT

ERDC welcomed Lt. Col. Joshua Haynes as its 13th commander during the Change of Command Ceremony on July 15, in the ERDC Headquarters Building. Haynes replaces outgoing Commander Col. Dr. Christian Patterson, who leaves ERDC after six years of service, three of which he served as commander.

Sacramento Districts Chad Young Selected for ERDC University

Mary Bradley Warnock, ORTT — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:44:12 GMT

Chad Young, a planner with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Sacramento District, has been selected as one of five USACE participants for the 2025 session of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U).

ERDC Alumni Association awards scholarships to nine high-school graduates

Mary Miller Dennis, public affairs specialist — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:05:42 GMT

Each year, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Alumni Association presents scholarships to local high-school graduates. This year, nine students were recognized for their leadership, dedication and academic excellence.

Helping hands: ERDC employees volunteer for LA wildfire recovery

Carol C. Coleman, public affairs specialist — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:14:08 GMT

Each year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) deploys hundreds of trained personnel and resources across the United States and its territories to aid in disaster relief efforts. In the aftermath of hurricanes, fires, floods or infrastructure crises, USACE emergency operations is responsible for coordinating and executing several missions in post-disaster environments. As part of this response, ERDC employees volunteer their time and expertise, making a tangible impact in communities affected by disaster.

Four ERDC researchers earn DoD SMART awards

Kaley Skaggs, public affairs specialist — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:56:00 GMT

Four researchers in two laboratories at ERDC were recently awarded the 2024 Department of Defense (DoD) Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholar & Mentor of the Year Awards. The recipients are scholar Dr. Andrew Groeneveld and mentor Dr. Michael “Wes” Trim, both with the Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL), and scholar Dr. Andrew Jin and mentor Dr. Igor Linkov, both with the Environmental Laboratory (EL).

Chicago Districts Rasheed Muhammad Selected for ERDC University

Mary Bradley Warnock, ORTT — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:53:00 GMT

Rasheed Muhammad, a computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District, has been selected as one of five USACE participants for the 2025 session of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U).

Army Geospatial Center’s Matthew Rifkin Selected for ERDC University

Mary Bradley Warnock, ORTT — Fri, 30 May 2025 17:16:36 GMT

Matthew Rifkin, a physical scientist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Army Geospatial Center (AGC), has been chosen as one of five USACE participants for the 2025 session of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center University (ERDC-U).