ORAU

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) is a non-profit consortium of over 160 universities dedicated to providing scientific, technical, educational, and workforce solutions. Founded in 1946, ORAU has its roots in the Manhattan Project and has evolved to support a wide range of federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The organization is headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. ORAU offers various services, including scientific and technical solutions, health physics, radiation dose assessment, and workforce development programs. It manages the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), providing expertise in research, training, and emergency response. ORAU also supports emergency preparedness for radiological and nuclear incidents and manages research fellowships, scholarships, and internships to foster the next generation of scientists and engineers. With approximately 780 employees and annual revenues around $161 million, ORAU effectively connects academic resources with government missions to tackle significant scientific and technical challenges.