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Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton (NAMRU-Dayton), one of the eight laboratories within the Department of Defense's Navy Medicine Research & Development Enterprise. As a subordinate command to Naval Medical Research Center (NMRC), NAMRU-Dayton is home of the Environmental Health Effects Laboratory (EHEL) and the Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory (NAMRL). We are located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

10/11/2026

In 1976, the U.S. Navy relocated its toxicology research program to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, beginning five decades of scientific collaboration and research dedicated to protecting our nation’s warfighters.

Today, the Environmental Health Effects Laboratory (EHEL), part of Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) Dayton, continues that mission as the Navy’s operational toxicology laboratory.

From early studies of air quality aboard submarines to today’s investigations of environmental hazards, occupational exposures and challenges facing naval aviation, EHEL’s scientists have spent 50 years helping military leaders better understand risks to warfighter health, readiness and performance.

“Our members are focused and driven by a strong desire to protect and serve those who protect and serve our country,” said Dr. Karen Mumy, EHEL director.

As we celebrate this milestone, we recognize the generations of scientists, researchers and support personnel whose dedication has made EHEL an essential part of Navy Medicine’s research mission.

⚓ 50 years at Wright-Patt. One enduring mission: protecting those who serve.

DAYTON, Ohio (April 10, 2026) Capt. Eric Welsh, Navy Medicine Research and Development Command commander, speaks with Lining Qi and Lt. Tyler Tommey, researchers with NAMRU Dayton's Environmental Health Effects Laboratory, while viewing analytical equipment during a command visit to Wright-Patterson...

07/28/2026

Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton’s Kraken-certified training platform is helping advance NASA’s Artemis program by providing a unique environment to study how astronauts perceive motion and spatial orientation during lunar landings. This innovative capability supports the development of countermeasures and training that can help prepare crews for the challenges of future missions beyond Earth.

It’s another example of how Navy Medicine research is contributing to national priorities through science, innovation, and collaboration.

Read the full story: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/570891/namru-daytons-kraken-certified-training-platform-artemis-lunar-missions

Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) Dayton was recently certified by NASA to unleash the Disorientation Research Device (DRD), commonly known as the "Kraken," as a research and training platform for the Artemis Human Landing System (HLS) Lunar Landing Skills curriculum.

05/15/2026

At Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, our team is at the forefront of driving warfighter health and performance. From inside the lab to the fleet, our researchers are dedicated to optimizing readiness and ensuring our Sailors are always prepared for the mission ahead. The story of NAMRU Dayton is a testament to the Navy's commitment to our people, showcasing the vital link between cutting-edge research and the well-being of our warfighters.

Discover more about how our scientists and engineers are making a difference: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/565163/namru-dayton-spotlight-driving-warfighter-health

Lt. Cmdr. Travis Landry's day-to-day responsibilities at NAMRU Dayton are incredibly diverse. On the clinical side, he maintains his operational skills by conducting submarine and physicals and supporting recruiters heading back to the fleet. Notably, he also provides essential medical care for a la...

05/01/2026

Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton is looking for volunteers to help us study visual illusions!

Ever had your eyes play tricks on you? We want to understand the brain activity behind it.
• The Task: View visual displays and tell us if you experience an illusion while we record your brain activity.
• Time: Just 1 visit (about 90 minutes).
• Compensation: A $50 gift card for your time! (DoW employees must be in an "offduty/leave" status to be compensated).
• Requirements: Ages 18-45, normal or corrected-to-normal vision, and passing a screening for certain medical conditions.

Contact us at [email protected] for more information.

04/10/2026

t's a new chapter for NAMRU Dayton! This morning, we had the honor of witnessing Capt. J. Russell Linderman take the helm as our new Commanding Officer from Capt. William Howard in a ceremony at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) Dayton held a change of command ceremony Friday, April 10, at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, where Capt. William Howard formally relinquished command to Capt. J. Russell Linderman. The ceremony was officiated by Capt. Eric Welsh, commander of Naval Med...

04/08/2026

Are you ready to support the next giant leap for humankind? 🧑‍🚀 U.S. Navy researchers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are seeking volunteers for the SWAN study, a project that directly supports NASA’s Artemis program and our return to the Moon!

We're studying how the body adapts to changing gravity to help future astronauts. If you are an active-duty military member or a TRICARE beneficiary between 18 and 55, you may be eligible to participate.

Volunteers will experience controlled acceleration in a centrifuge and perform a series of tasks to help us understand motion sickness. Compensation is available for qualified participants.

Help us solve the challenges of space exploration! To learn more or volunteer, contact the research team at [email protected].

U.S. Navy researchers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are looking for volunteers to help support a study directly supporting one of the United States’ biggest space exploration goals: returning American astronauts to the Moon.

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Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH
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