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Jan. 30, 2023
AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate hosts annual awards ceremony

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate hosted its 70th annual awards ceremony at the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Kenney Hall Jan. 27, 2023. Dr. Jonathan Spowart, master of ceremonies, and Dr. Dalvir Hopkins, co-master of ceremonies, led the event,
Jan. 30, 2023
Wright-Patt doctor finds treatment path for military child with rare neurological condition

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – For the Anderson family, protecting their 8-year-old son, Reeve, has proven to be the fight of his lifetime. Reeve, born with Down syndrome, lived as a normal kid until he started to develop curious symptoms. His parents, Shana and Jason, were completely
Jan. 30, 2023
Cleared for takeoff: A behind-the-scenes look at how base keeps flightline open during winter weather

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Rome Alcantara has one of the best office views on base.“Don’t let the commander know; he may want to steal it,” the 88th Operations Support Squadron airfield manager said while laughing.His office is on the air traffic control tower’s second floor with a
Jan. 27, 2023
88th Air Base Wing announces 2022 annual award winners

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio –The 88th Air Base Wing’s 2022 award winners were announced during a ceremony Jan. 27 at the Wright-Patt Club.Col. Christopher Meeker, 88 ABW commander; Chief Master Sgt. Lloyd Morales, the wing’s command chief, and other base leaders hosted a spirited,
Jan. 23, 2023
AFRL researcher guest edits prominent scientific journal

Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, researcher Dr. Nick Glavin has teamed with academia to guest edit a special edition of the prestigious scientific journal Matter . The January 2023 issue highlights special reports on the development of a new class of materials known as two-dimensional, or 2D,
Jan. 23, 2023
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RESPONSE TRAINING ON JAN. 25 POSTPONED DUE TO ANTICIPATED INCLEMENT WEATHER

Due to the predicted forecast of inclement weather on Jan. 25, emergency management response training at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has been postponed and will be re-scheduled for a later date. At this time, the museum will plan to open to the public on Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Jan. 20, 2023
Retired chaplain followed call through three military branches

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David Williams ultimately became Wright-Patterson Air Force Base’s longest-serving chaplain.In November, he hung up his hat in three different shades of military service, leaving a diverse legacy united by a faithful journey to ministry.“He
Jan. 20, 2023
Exchange shoppers can crank up fitness goals with BE FIT 360 essentials

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Service members and their families can kickstart their 2023 fitness goals with the latest fitness apparel, accessories and gear from the Army & Air Force Exchange Service.The Wright-Patterson Exchange features a BE FIT 360 concept shop that has the look and
Jan. 20, 2023
88th Air Base Wing’s annual awards ceremony set for Jan. 27

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Air Base Wing will honor the top Airmen, civilians and units from 2022 during its annual awards ceremony Jan. 27 in the Wright-Patt Club’s Grande Ballroom.Col. Christopher Meeker, 88 ABW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Lloyd Morales, the wing’s
Jan. 20, 2023
AFIT professor named AETC Weather Field Grade Officer of the Year

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Maj. Peter Saunders was selected as Air Education and Training Command’s Weather Field Grade Officer of the Year for 2022.Saunders is an assistant professor of atmospheric science within the Air Force Institute of Technology’s Graduate School of Engineering