- Apr 24, 2025
Celebrating Innovation: OFRN Brings Ohio’s Research Ecosystem Together at the Statehouse
On February 19, leaders from government, academia, and industry came together at the Ohio Statehouse not just to reflect, but to highlight the future of research and innovation in Ohio. Celebrate Ohio [...] 
Feb 11, 2025The Future of Wearable Tech is Here — And AlphaMicron Is Leading the Charge
Imagine eyewear that enhances your vision, monitors your health and safety, and powers immersive augmented reality experiences. AlphaMicron , a pioneer in wearable technology, is making this a reality [...]
Feb 4, 2025Recap: January 23, 2025, Ohio Federal Research Network Virtual Opportunity Day on Autonomy
On January 23, 2025, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) hosted its latest Virtual Opportunity Day, focusing on Autonomy. This event, presented by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with [...]
Jan 13, 2025Kairos Research and the OPTICS Project: Revolutionizing Cognitive Overload Management and Human-Machine Interaction
The OPTICS (Ocular and Physio-Temporal Indicators of Cognitive States) project, piloted by Kairos Research , in collaboration with Wright State University, Sinclair Community College, The Dayton [...]
Dec 10, 2024Quantum Transceiver Project: Securing the Future of Aerospace Communication with Quantum Technology
As quantum technology advances, its role in secure communication, sensing, and metrology in aerospace applications is becoming the focus of both government and private-sector innovation. Thanks to the [...]
Nov 15, 2024From Research to Relief: Transforming Student Innovation into Solutions for Military Neck and Back Pain Recovery
At the intersection of innovation and rehabilitation, the MOSSD (Measurement of Spinal Structure Dynamics) initiative yields valuable contributions to military health, research capabilities, and [...]
Oct 8, 2024Op-Ed: BVLOS Capabilities and the Future of Air Mobility with Ubihere CEO Eric Wagner
As the landscape of advanced air mobility (AAM) evolves, understanding the technologies that enable beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations becomes increasingly important for stakeholders [...]
Sep 30, 2024The Ohio Federal Research Network funds Ohio State’s Structural Materials Joining in Space Project that Aims to Transform Space Manufacturing
Santa Maria, CA – The aerospace industry is on the cusp of a revolutionary transformation, supported in part by the Ohio Federal Research Network's (OFRN) $1,193,345 investment in a cutting-edge space [...]
Sep 16, 2024OFRN virtual Opportunity Day, September 12, 2024, on Hypersonics (PowerPoints and recordings attached)
On September 12, 2024, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) Opportunity Day focused on Hypersonics took place from 9 to 10:30 am Eastern Time and was hosted by Parallax Advanced Research in [...]
Jul 2, 2024OFRN virtual Opportunity Day, June 20, 2024 (PowerPoints and recordings attached)
On June 20, 2024, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) Opportunity Day took place from 9 to 10:30 am Eastern Time and was hosted by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio State [...]
Mar 26, 2024Ohio Launches Traffic Management System for Drone Operations: System to enhance safety for low altitude drone flights
Columbus, OH – CAL Analytics, in coordination with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), has launched a low-altitude air traffic management system for drones to support statewide operations [...]
Mar 26, 2024OFRN virtual Opportunity Day, March 20, 2024 (PowerPoints and recordings attached)
On March 20, 2024, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) Opportunity Day took place from 9 to 10:30 am Eastern Time and was hosted by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio State [...]
Mar 6, 2024Parallax Advanced Research Pioneers AAM Advancements in Ohio with Focus on Cybersecurity
Parallax Advanced Research Pioneers AAM Advancements in Ohio with Focus on Cybersecurity Beavercreek, Ohio - Parallax Advanced Research has been actively driving advancements in cybersecurity for the [...]
Jan 11, 2024Event Recap: Expanding New Horizons with Ohio Federal Research Network and NASA Glenn Research Center
Brook Park, Ohio – On December 5, 2023, key stakeholders in aerospace and defense joined to expand collaborative research and innovation between NASA Glenn Research Center (NASA GRC) and the Ohio [...]
Dec 20, 2023Challenges and Opportunities in Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Vehicles
Significant Progress in Ohio in software development for safety in Electric Vertical Take Off, Flight, and Landing With each new achievement in the development of advanced air mobility (AAM) software [...]
Nov 29, 2023Innovator Spotlight: Safran Electrical & Power Advances Aerospace HVDC Generator System
Twinsburg, Ohio – On July 25, 2023, Safran Electrical & Power, a global leader in aeronautical power and onboard electrical systems, presented their project "Advanced High Voltage DC Generator System [...]
Nov 17, 2023The Ohio Federal Research Network awards $6.85 million to six Ohio organizations to advance aerospace innovation in Ohio
Dayton, Ohio – The Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) program awarded a total of $6.85 million to six Ohio-based organizations representing industry and academia and their collaborators to advance [...]
Nov 15, 2023OFRN virtual Opportunity Day, November 15, 2023 (PowerPoints and recordings attached)
On November 15, 2023, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN), managed by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio State University and the Ohio Department of Higher Education [...]
Oct 2, 2023Miami University innovates modern power supplies for air and space applications
Oxford, Ohio–Miami University is leading the development of the “High Reliability, Low EMI, Wide Bandgap Power Conversion for Air & Space Applications” project funded by the Ohio Federal Research [...]
Sep 5, 2023OFRN virtual Opportunity Day, August 23, 2023 (PowerPoints and recordings attached)
On August 23, 2023, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN), managed by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio State University and the Ohio Department of Higher Education, hosted [...]
Aug 31, 2023Ohio Federal Research Network named a Dayton Business Journal Fire Award Honoree
Dayton, OH – On August 6, 2023, the Dayton Business Journal Inno Team announced that the Ohio Federal Research Network is a Fire Award Honoree in the category of Defense Technology. Joining OFRN as [...]
Jul 26, 2023Innovator Spotlight: Kairos Research
Dayton, Ohio– Kairos Research is a small business comprised of highly skilled researchers specializing in natural and artificial cognition. Their core mission is to bridge the gap between humans and [...]
Jun 14, 2023Innovation spotlight: Low Altitude Weather Network (LAWN) delivers meteorological data for VTOL and other low flying aircraft
Columbus, Ohio – The Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) is funding research and development of the Low Altitude Weather Network (LAWN). LAWN is led by Flightprofiler in collaboration with The Ohio [...]
May 11, 2023CAL Analytics to provide uncrewed traffic management services to State of Ohio
Ohio Department of Transportation leverages CAL’s Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management platform for statewide operations Columbus, OH – CAL Analytics was selected by the Ohio Department of [...]
May 9, 2023Event recap: Ohio Federal Research Network hosted Celebrate Ohio on April 18, 2023
On April 18, 2023, the Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN) hosted an exciting in-person event, Celebrate Ohio, at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus, OH. The event was organized in collaboration with [...]
May 9, 2023Two Ohio Federal Research Network Funded technologies are supporting SkyVision through FlyOhio initiative
Springfield, OH–The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) DriveOhio initiative is building infrastructure for the National Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Center at Springfield Airport in Ohio that [...]
Apr 27, 2023Ohio Federal Research Network funds Ohio State University research and development of thin-film crystals for high-speed optical modulation
Columbus, OH -- The Ohio State University (OSU), in partnership with the University of Dayton (UD) and G&H Ohio, is leading the “Thin-film Crystals for High-speed Optical Modulation” project, funded [...]
Mar 8, 2023The Power of Student Experiential Learning: AlphaMicron Inc. Internship Program Successes
AlphaMicron Inc. (AMI) is a global leader in liquid crystal photonics, and it provides enriching student-learning and internship experiences for Ohio’s future STEM leaders. About AlphaMicron Inc [...]
Feb 23, 2023OFRN Round 6 Solicitation Release Announcement!
Save the Date! March 1, 2023–Ohio Federal Research Network Round 6 Solicitation release The Ohio Federal Research Network (OFRN), managed by Parallax Advanced Research in collaboration with The Ohio [...]
Feb 14, 2023The Power of Student Experiential Learning: Ohio State University Student Experiential Engagement Program
What The Ohio State University is doing with Student Experiential Engagement Columbus, Ohio – Many Universities around Ohio are focused on partnering with industry to provide Student Experiential [...]