Battelles

Battelle is a global research and development organization, a private, nonprofit entity founded in 1929 by Gordon Battelle. Its primary mission is to enhance national security, economic competitiveness, and societal well-being through scientific discovery and technological innovation. Battelle operates as a contract research organization, conducting R&D for government agencies, commercial businesses, and academic institutions.

The organization's work spans a wide array of scientific and engineering disciplines, including but not limited to advanced materials, energy, environmental science, health and life sciences, national security, and education. Battelle manages and co-manages several national laboratories for the U.S. Department of Energy and the Department of Homeland Security. This stewardship involves overseeing cutting-edge research and development in areas critical to national interests.

Battelle is known for its significant contributions to technological advancements that have impacted daily life, such as the development of xerography (the basis for photocopiers), the invention of the caseless ammunition system for military applications, and advancements in nuclear energy and environmental remediation. The organization also plays a role in technology transfer, working to bring innovations from the laboratory to the marketplace. Its headquarters are located in Columbus, Ohio, with additional facilities and operations worldwide.