US Army Engineer Research and Development Center ERDC

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is a research and development facility located in Vicksburg, Mississippi. With over 2,500 employees, the ERDC is a large organization with a significant impact on the Department of Defense, the US Army Corps of Engineers, and other federal, state, and local agencies. The ERDC conducts research and development in a variety of mission areas, including Soldier support, military installations, environmental research, water resources, and information technology. Their expertise spans diverse fields, making them a leading organization in engineering and scientific advancements. The ERDC houses specialized facilities that enhance their research capabilities. These include the DoD High Performance Computing Center, ranked among the world's best, and the Army Centrifuge Research Center, which supports physical modeling for a wide range of engineering applications. Additionally, the ERDC boasts unique assets like an aquatics laboratory, a blast load simulator, a ship-tow simulator, and numerous physical models. For inquiries, visit the ERDC's website at erdc.usace.army.mil/Home.aspx.