Monterey, Calif. — Recent NPS doctoral graduate U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Dillon Pierce completed his dissertation on the rapid development of tactical missile capabilities leveraging advancements in commercial rocket technology, briefing Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan on his research during a visit to NPS in May 2025. Pierce’s research paved the way for NPS’ first-ever prize challenge, inviting industry and research teams to propose new development methodologies in a competition for the $200,000 top prize. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Janiel Adames)
| Date Taken: | 05.30.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 01.14.2026 15:42 |
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| Location: | MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA, US |
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