Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a leading research and development center in Laurel, Maryland, affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. Established in 1942, APL focuses on a wide range of technical areas including national security, space science, healthcare, and information technology. It is renowned for developing solutions for complex defense and space challenges, such as the New Horizons mission to Pluto and the Parker Solar Probe. APL’s work spans from cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to systems engineering, impacting both government and civilian sectors.