Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a nonprofit research and development organization that provides independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Founded in 1947, SwRI is committed to advancing science and technology to benefit humanity, focusing on innovative solutions that improve human health and safety. With a diverse range of technical divisions, SwRI addresses complex challenges in various fields including mechanical engineering, materials, aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and more.
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)
6220 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78238-5166
Patents
Lyophilized and stabilized live attenuated formulated vaccine against tularemia
2025-07-01 • US-12343431-B2
View DetailsSystem and method for comparing simulated environments for unmanned ground vehicle development and testing
2025-04-29 • US-12287633-B2
View DetailsDevice for measuring three-dimensional velocity, size, and/or shape of particles
2024-09-03 • US-12078584-B2
View DetailsCompositions of dimethyl trisulfide (DMTS) as a cyanide antidote
2024-07-16 • US-12036187-B2
View DetailsCorrosion sensors suitable for corrosion under insulation (CUI) detection
2024-06-11 • US-12007322-B2
View DetailsGas and particle sensor using voltage and current behavior between electrodes during glow-to-arc transition
2024-04-16 • US-11959878-B2
View DetailsDevice and method to measure temperature during tribological examination of materials
2024-02-06 • US-11892361-B2
View DetailsAntiviral drugs targeting the N-terminal domain (NTD) of the coronavirus spike receptor binding domain (RBD)
2024-01-09 • US-11865111-B2
View DetailsFluorescent printing on fabric for use as control input to automated positioning equipment
2023-11-07 • US-11807021-B2
View DetailsMethod and apparatus for measuring engine oil consumption using laser induced breakdown spectroscopy
2023-10-03 • US-11774351-B2
View DetailsGas and particle sensor using voltage and current behavior between electrodes
2022-11-22 • US-11506631-B2
View DetailsWhat We Do
Applied Research and Development
SwRI offers multidisciplinary, problem-solving services in various areas of engineering and physical sciences, focusing on innovation and excellence for the benefit of clients.
Government Contracting
SwRI provides contract vehicles and teaming structures to help organizations advance their goals.
Industry Collaboration
SwRI performs contract R&D for leading players in various industries, ensuring high-quality standards and multiple quality accreditations.
Intellectual Property Services
SwRI assists clients in technology transfer and patent rights arising from sponsored research.
Quality Assurance
SwRI maintains certifications and accreditations to ensure the highest quality standards in its services.
SwRI provides engineering solutions to fluid and structural dynamics problems, including root cause failure analysis, designs and tests, rapid-response field services, and auditing services for manufacturers and users of rotating machinery.
Application Area
Show More (12)Services
Show More (13)Digital Health Technologies
Show More (3)Psychological and Cognitive Health and Performance
Medical Devices
FDA Regulated Medical Devices
Diagnostics
Show More (3)Battlefield Resuscitation
Show More (1)Key People
Funded Projects
Near Full-Body Finite Element Models to Assess Warfighter Injury Risk
Injury threats to the Warfighter will continue to evolve in future multi-domain operations. Advanced computational modeling provides a powerful approach to assess injury risk in Warfighters. SwRI has developed a computational model of the human body to, among other use cases, assess the injury risk of Behind Armor Blunt Trauma, which is a non-penetrating injury resulting from the rapid deformation of a Warfighter’s armor due to blast or blunt impact.
Novel 3D Printed, Single-Use, and Scalable Cell Expansion Bioreactor – Advanced Development and Demonstration in a Clinical Cell Manufacturing Environment
The SwRI® bioreactor is a 3D printed, single-use, and scalable cell manufacturing system that provides a large cell culture surface with a relatively small footprint.
News & Updates
A virtual workshop hosted by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) on December 3-5, 2024.
A virtual webinar hosted by Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) on December 10, 2024.
An event scheduled from January 20 to January 23, 2025.
An event scheduled from January 26 to January 30, 2025.
An online event scheduled for May 7, 2025.
SwRI will help NOAA predict geomagnetic storms and protect Earth assets.