Pioneering the Frontiers of Science and Technology
Where breakthrough research meets real-world impact. Solving tomorrow's challenges through interdisciplinary innovation and rigorous scientific inquiry.
Terranova exists at the intersection of fundamental research and applied innovation. We bring together world-class scientists, engineers, and visionaries to tackle the most complex challenges facing humanity — from advanced AI systems to next-generation materials, from cybersecurity to sustainable energy.
Scientific Rigor
Interdisciplinary Innovation
Real-World Impact
Global Collaboration
Our Key Differentiators
Interdisciplinary Approach
Our teams break down silos, combining expertise from AI, materials science, physics, and engineering to solve complex, multi-faceted challenges that single disciplines cannot address alone.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Access to petascale HPC computing, advanced materials labs with extreme environment capabilities, SCIF-certified secure research centers, and cutting-edge fabrication laboratories.
Global Impact
Our research directly influences policy, industry standards, and technology adoption worldwide. We partner with governments, leading universities, and Fortune 500 companies.
Talent Excellence
MacArthur Fellows, National Academy members, and leading researchers choose Terranova. We cultivate an environment where the world's best minds collaborate and innovate without limits.
Research Divisions
Advanced Computing & AI
Developing next-generation intelligent systems, from foundation models to autonomous decision architectures that learn and adapt.
Explore →Materials Science & Engineering
Engineering advanced materials with programmable properties for defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure applications.
Explore →Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Protecting critical systems through zero-trust architectures, quantum-resistant cryptography, and advanced threat intelligence.
Explore →Autonomous Systems
Building self-governing systems for air, land, sea, and space that operate with intelligence in contested and complex environments.
Explore →Energy & Sustainability
Pioneering fusion energy, advanced battery systems, and carbon-negative technologies for global impact and resilience.
Explore →Quantum Technologies
Harnessing quantum mechanics for computing, sensing, and secure communications at unprecedented scale and capability.
Explore →Project ATLAS: Autonomous Threat Learning & Adaptive Systems
Project ATLAS represents a breakthrough in adaptive autonomous systems that learn from adversarial environments in real-time. By combining reinforcement learning with formal verification methods, our team has developed systems capable of autonomous decision-making in high-stakes scenarios while maintaining provable safety guarantees.
World-Class Facilities
HPC Computing Center
Petascale computing infrastructure capable of 10+ exaFLOPS of computational power. Supports large-scale simulations, quantum-scale materials modeling, and transformer-level AI model training with direct access to 50,000+ GPU cores across heterogeneous architectures.
Advanced Materials Lab
Comprehensive characterization and testing capabilities spanning extreme environments: cryogenic (-273°C), high-pressure (10+ GPa), radiation environments (>10^24 n/cm²), and ultra-high vacuum systems for synthesis and characterization of novel materials.
Secure Operations Center
SCIF-certified (Secret/Top Secret/SCI) facility featuring air-gapped networks, TEMPEST shielding, full-spectrum RF isolation, and continuous monitoring. Supports classified research operations and sensitive government partnerships with highest security protocols.
Fabrication Laboratory
Multi-scale manufacturing from millimeter to nanometer scales. Advanced additive manufacturing (metal, polymer, composite), precision CNC machining, electron beam lithography, and focused ion beam milling for rapid iteration and prototype validation.
Publications & Reports
Emergent Reasoning in Multimodal Foundation Models: A Study of In-Context Learning Dynamics
This paper investigates the mechanisms underlying few-shot learning in large language models. Through systematic analysis of attention patterns and representational geometry, we identify novel circuit structures that enable rapid adaptation.
Post-Quantum Cryptography Implementation in Resource-Constrained Environments
We present optimized implementations of CRYSTALS-Kyber and FALCON on IoT devices with limited computational resources, achieving 40% performance improvement while maintaining security guarantees.
Quantum Error Correction via Topological Codes: Demonstration on 128-Qubit Lattice
We demonstrate practical quantum error correction using surface codes on a 128-qubit superconducting platform, achieving logical error rates below the physical error threshold for the first time.
Self-Assembling Metamaterials with Programmable Electromagnetic Properties
Novel synthesis routes enable creation of metamaterials with tunable electromagnetic response. Field-responsive variants show potential for adaptive antenna and cloaking applications.
Inertial Confinement Fusion Plasma Dynamics: Real-Time Control via Deep Reinforcement Learning
We demonstrate autonomous plasma control in ICF experiments using trained RL agents, achieving 23% improvement in fusion yield compared to classical control methods.
Adversarial Robustness Through Certified Defenses: A Game-Theoretic Approach
We introduce novel game-theoretic defense mechanisms that provide provable robustness against adversarial examples while maintaining state-of-the-art clean accuracy on standard benchmarks.
Technology Transfer & Impact
Our research doesn't stay in the lab. We actively transfer innovations to industry, government, and the broader society through licensing, spin-offs, and strategic partnerships.
Spin-off Companies
Companies founded based on Terranova research, generating billions in economic value and creating thousands of jobs.
Active Patents
Intellectual property portfolio protecting breakthrough innovations across AI, quantum, materials, and cybersecurity domains.
Licensing Agreements
Technology licenses with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and startups worldwide accelerating innovation.
Government Deployments
Our technologies are operational in defense, intelligence, and civilian government applications, safeguarding national security.
Strategic Partnerships
Partnering with the world's leading organizations to advance science and technology
Government & Defense
Academic Institutions
Industry Leaders
International Partners
Accreditations & Affiliates
Our Leadership Team
Dr. Catherine Davis
Center Director
Former VP of Research at leading defense contractor. PhD in Materials Science from MIT.
42 PublicationsDr. Marcus Bennett
Deputy Director
20+ years in quantum systems research. Previously at JPL. PhD from Caltech.
38 PublicationsDr. Kenji Watanabe
Chief Scientist
Pioneer in autonomous systems. MacArthur Fellow. PhD from Tokyo University.
61 PublicationsDr. Rajiv Joshi
Director, Computing & AI
Deep learning pioneer. Former head of AI at tech giant. PhD in CS from Stanford.
57 PublicationsDr. Elena Sokolov
Director, Materials Science
Metamaterials expert. Russian Academy of Sciences fellow. PhD in Physics.
49 PublicationsDr. James Liu
Director of Operations
Former military logistics commander. Engineering degree from USMA. MBA from Harvard.
8 PublicationsJoin the Team
Shaping Tomorrow's Breakthroughs
Senior Research Scientist (AI)
PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field. 5+ years post-doc/industry experience in deep learning systems. Publication record in top venues.
Apply NowCybersecurity Engineer
MS in Cybersecurity or Computer Science. 3+ years in cryptography, secure systems, or threat analysis. Experience with quantum-safe cryptography preferred.
Apply NowMaterials Scientist
PhD in Materials Science, Physics, or Chemistry. Expertise in synthesis, characterization, and computational modeling. Experience in advanced materials research.
Apply NowPostdoctoral Research Fellow
Recent PhD. Strong research background in STEM. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Flexibility to work across multiple research areas.
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Upcoming Events & Seminars
Advanced AI Systems Symposium
Join leading researchers as they discuss the frontiers of large language models, autonomous reasoning systems, and responsible AI governance.
Register →Quantum Computing Workshop
Hands-on training on quantum algorithms, error correction, and near-term quantum computing applications for industry professionals.
Register →Materials Science Innovation Conference
Discover cutting-edge developments in metamaterials, programmable matter, and sustainable material technologies from our research teams.
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