LAB LIFE

We dive beyond the cool names to learn more about Golden Horde, Skyborg and Navigation Technology Satellite - 3 (NTS-3).

Gen Cook, an AFRL biostatistics expert and trained epidemiologist, reflects on watching science unfold in real time during a global pandemic.

Lindsay Bukalew, an AFRL exercise physiologist, discusses how a data-centered approach to injury prevention on the Operational Support Teams is improving Airmen Readiness.

Researchers need to know more than just the science. Maj. Gen. Timothy Kelly and Sabra Tomb, JD talk protecting inventions, licensing and data rights.

Kristen Sims, an AFRL Rocket Propulsion Division project liaison, shares how her service dog Magnus helps accomplish the mission at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

Dr. Timothy Bunning discusses his new role as AFRL's Chief Technology Officer, mentorship, and the inspirational Jacques Cousteau.

Dr. Rajesh Naik, Chief Scientist of AFRL’s 711th Human Performance Wing discusses synthetic biology, human-machine teaming and more.

In this episode of Lab Life, we speak with Sabra Tomb who discusses opera in anechoic chambers, the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Internship and the Pathways Program. Learn more about opportunities at: AFRL Student Opportunities: https://afresearchlab.com/careers-and-opportunities/students-and-faculty/ ORISE: https://orise.orau.gov/stem/internships-fellowships-research-oppo...

In this episode, we speak with Jake Helinski who hypes his time in the Premier College Intern Program (PCIP) and his AFRL journey in the Palace Acquire (PAQ) program. Learn more about opportunities at: AFRL Student Opportunities: https://afresearchlab.com/careers-and-opportunities/students-and-faculty/ Pathways Program: https://www.opm.gov/about-us/careers-at-opm/students-recent-graduates/

From developing tactical glow sticks to improving search and rescue kits, Army veteran and entrepreneur Nick Ripplinger shares how he partnered with the Air Force Research Laboratory to light the way for the warfighter.

In this episode, Dr. Fries and Dr. Sjoberg explain the science behind novel viruses and discuss how the United States School of Aerospace Medicine monitors influenza, providing the Centers for Disease Control with critical data for the development of the flu vaccine.

Darrell Phillipson's life has taken him from active duty Air Force service to a stint in financial planning, moonlighting as a literary mascot and now to his role as vice director at the Air Force Research Laboratory's 711th Human Performance Wing. There's something to be said for diversity of experience on the path to becoming a leader. Listen to this episode to learn more about his fascinating l...

Astronaut, geologist, and the most recent living man to have walked on the moon, Dr. Harrison "Jack" Schmitt, joins us today to speak on the Apollo 17 mission, geology and the future of space travel.

On this episode of The Lab Life podcast, the Air Force Research Laboratory's Alex Garcia and Capt. Josh Lee talk about networked weapons, guidance systems and what their teams are doing to keep the fight 'unfair.' To submit questions or feedback for our podcast, email lablifepodcast@gmail.com. Visit us online at www.afresearchlab.com

Are you ready to dive into a world so small, it has its own field of study? Air Force Research Laboratory 1st Lt. Kaitlin Poole joins the podcast from Rome, NY to shed some light on the wonderfully intriguing world of quantum networking.

In this episode of the Lab Life podcast, we come to you LIVE from the 2019 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber conference. Senior leaders from across the Air Force visited the Air Force Research Laboratory’s podcast booth to share what the future of science and technology for the service looks like to them. Listen to hear senior leader thoughts on the future of Air Force S & T from leaders...

Dr. James Christensen, an Advanced Development Project Lead at the Air Force Research Laboratory, found a way to not only get inside of an aircraft's wing, but he managed to have a C-130 wing delivered to his cubicle, too! Listen in on that and more on this episode of The Lab Life podcast!

In this episode of the Lab Life podcast, we talk to Kevin Schmidt, a mountain climbing researcher looking into how oxygen deprivation effects your cognitive functions at altitude. To learn more about the Air Force Research Laboratory, visit www.afresearchlab.com or follow us on social media at @AFresearchlab. To leave feedback on this show and offer suggestions for future episodes, email us at lab...

Brittany Fouts is a Biomedical Engineer who oversees major projects that keep Airmen safe in the skies above. Learn more about how this junior researcher is making a major impact for our Air Force on this episode of the Lab Life podcast. To learn more about the Air Force Research Laboratory, visit www.afresearchlab.com or follow us on social media at @AFresearchlab. To leave feedback on this show...

In his episode of the Lab Life podcast, Air Force Research Laboratory Chief Intrepreneur, Ryan Helbach talks about his unique job title and how to achieve your job related dreams! To learn more about the Air Force Research Laboratory, visit www.afresearchlab.com or follow us on social media at @AFresearchlab. To leave feedback on this show and offer suggestions for future episodes, email us at lab...

In this episode of the Lab Life podcast, Dr. Rick Graves explores the world of digital engineering where aircraft are "zeros" and "ones". To learn more about the Air Force Research Laboratory, visit www.afresearchlab.com or follow us on social media at @AFresearchlab. To leave feedback on this show and offer suggestions for future episodes, email us at lablifepodcast@gmail.com.

Just in time for the 50th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing, we bring you some Air Force space history from the lab! In this episode of Lab Life, Air Force Research Laboratory historian Kevin Rusnak helps separate fact from fiction as he explains all of the behind-the-scenes work the Air Force did to help get man on the moon. To learn more about the Air Force Research Laboratory, visit www.afresear...

This episode of the Lab Life podcast features Maj. Gen. William "Bill" Cooley, Air Force Research Laboratory commander, who speaks about his career as a technologist and several areas of interest to AFRL, including biology, human genetics, materials science, high energy laser systems, GPS, space vehicles and more. Cooley also speaks about his vision of AFRL as a central hub for the "science and te...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Joe Lyons, an industrial organizational psychologist at the Air Force Research Laboratory about human-machine interaction, trust and whether robots will take over the world. To learn more about our work on human-machine interaction and autonomy, visit www.afresearchlab.com. If you have suggestions or inputs for current or future episodes, send us an email at labl...

On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Dan Berrigan, a digital manufacturing research team lead at the Air Force Research Laboratory returns to the podcast to talk about the origins of AFRL Inspire, a one-day, TED Talk-like event that showcases the inspiring work of AFRL researchers in a live, dynamic environment. If you’re interested in how to cook an aircraft, the psychology of a hero or breaking t...