ORNL‑VT is a collaborative research initiative uniting Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Virginia Tech to accelerate translational science at the intersection of materials, energy, and computation. Leveraging national‑scale facilities, multidisciplinary expertise, and industry partnerships, ORNL‑VT delivers rigorous, impact‑driven research and scalable solutions that shorten the path from discovery to deployment while maintaining the highest standards of reproducibility and data stewardship.

ORNL‑VT’s work is guided by a commitment to rigorous inquiry, open collaboration, and measurable impact. We prioritize scientific excellence and integrity, foster cross‑disciplinary partnerships that break down institutional silos, and pursue solutions designed for real‑world adoption—balancing curiosity with accountability to stakeholders, communities, and the broader scientific ecosystem.