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Since MIT Lincoln Laboratory’s establishment, the scope of the problems has broadened from the initial emphasis on air defense to include programs in space surveillance, missile defense, surface surveillance and object identification, communications, homeland protection, high-performance computing, air traffic control, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The core competencies of the Laboratory are in sensors, information extraction (signal processing and embedded computing), communications, integrated sensing, and decision support, all supported by a strong advanced electronic technology activity.
Lincoln Laboratory conducts research and development pertinent to national security on behalf of the military services, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and other government agencies. Projects focus on the development and prototyping of new technologies and capabilities. Program activities extend from fundamental investigations, through simulation and analysis, to design and field testing of prototype systems. Emphasis is placed on transitioning technology to industry.
The work of Lincoln Laboratory revolves around several mission areas:
- Space Control
- Air and Missile Defense Technology
- Communication Systems and Cyber Security
- Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Systems and Technology
- Advanced Technology
- Tactical Systems
- Homeland Protection
- Air Traffic Control
- Engineering
Lincoln Laboratory also undertakes work for non-DoD agencies such as programs in environmental monitoring for NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The dissemination of information to the government, academia, and industry is a principal focus of Lincoln Laboratory’s technical mission. Wide dissemination of technical information is achieved through annual technical workshops, seminars, and courses hosted at the Laboratory. Toward the goal of knowledge sharing, the Laboratory publishes the Lincoln Laboratory Journal, which contains comprehensive articles on current major research and journalistic pieces highlighting novel projects. Other publications include Tech Notes, brief descriptions of Laboratory capabilities and technical achievements; the Annual Report, which highlights technical accomplishments and ongoing corporate and community outreach initiatives; and an overview brochure, MIT Lincoln Laboratory: Technology in Support of National Security. Current news about Laboratory technical milestones is featured on the Laboratory's website.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory maintains a strong relationship with the MIT campus. Ongoing research collaborations, student internship programs, reciprocal seminar series, and cooperative community and educational outreach projects are just a few of the ways the Laboratory and the campus share the talents, facilities, and resources of each other.
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