Laboratory Directed Research and Development

Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) is a flexible funding program that allows research teams within a laboratory to pursue innovative projects aligned with the lab’s mission. Unlike external grants, LDRD supports cutting-edge, high-risk, high-reward ideas that may not yet qualify for traditional funding. It encourages scientists and engineers to explore new concepts, develop breakthrough technologies, and address complex challenges, ultimately helping the laboratory stay at the forefront of scientific advancement and national security.