Projects

Physical Sciences Division

SRI research examines hollow-fiber membranes
Advanced Hollow Fiber Membrane for Water Purification

Modifications by SRI enhance function and durability of affordable purification material.
row of vials containing glowing material
Biodosimeter to Triage Exposure to Ionizing Radiation

In a nuclear or radiological incident, first responders must quickly measure the radiation exposure of a large number of individuals, since treatment options are radiation dose-dependent and time-sensitive. SRI is developing a biodosimeter to meet this critical challenge.
SRI's pilot plant for carbon capture testing
Carbon Capture from IGCC Gas Streams Using AC-ABC Process

SRI is investigating a novel carbon dioxide capture process with technical and economic advantages over conventional coal-combustion systems.
artist's rendering of a lump of coal with black oil dripping from it
Coal to Liquid Fuels via Methanol

SRI has developed a green, cost-effective approach to create liquid fuels from existing natural resources.
scientist drawing a chemical structure
Early Detection Tool for Neglected Tropical Diseases

SRI is developing a novel point-of-care tool for the early detection of devastating diseases.
An SRI researcher observes FRASTA images on a computer
FRASTA: Fracture Surface Topography Analysis

SRI has developed a breakthrough technology for diagnosing and predicting fatigue failure in pipelines, aircraft, bridges, power plants, and other structures using quantitative 3D fractography.
hollow fiber membrane being inserted into a pressure value
High-Temp Membrane for Energy-Efficient Gas Separation

SRI’s hollow fiber membrane separates hydrogen from carbon dioxide at high temperatures and improves the economics of carbon capture from IGCC plants.
canisters of hydrogen stacked up next to a flammability warning sign
Hydrogen Safety Research Program

SRI has partnered with Sandia National Laboratories to provide the data necessary to ensure that hydrogen can be used safely as a transportation fuel.
chest x-ray using SRI's tomographic imaging source
Real-Time Tomosynthesis + Stationary X-Ray Source

SRI is developing technologies that could significantly improve tomographic medical imaging for cancer treatment and research.
SRI researchers examine a IPDM test device.
Remediating Unexploded Ordnance

SRI has developed a novel approach to safely and efficiently render harmless weapons and ammunition that are no longer needed for military use.
image collage showing SRI's biometric system and a close-up of a man's eyes
Robust Biometric Recognition

SRI International is developing a system that delivers affordable, accurate iris recognition of moving subjects at a distance.
spectral glow
Terrestrial Atmosphere Studies: Iron Oxide in the Mesosphere

Spectral emission studies reveal meteorites’ contribution to airglow.
prototype camera on a tripod
Vibration Imaging Camera

SRI has developed a novel camera device that can detect unusual or excess vibrations in machinery and aircraft.