##  [Overview](/archives/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview) 

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## Investing in Ideas that Make the World a Safer Place

The LDRD program provides the capabilities and innovation the nation needs to effectively respond to national security challenges. 





 





 

 

 

 

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### [Program Description](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-description)

[Read about the LDRD program mission and our investment portfolio.](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-description)







 





 

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### [Program Value](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-value)

[Learn how LDRD investments foster collaborations, spark innovation, and develop future leaders.](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-value)







 





 

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### [Program Accomplishments](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-accomplishments)

|  | [Read about some of this year's most exciting research, and browse snapshots of our talented scientists and engineers. ](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/ldrd-annual-2020/program-overview/program-accomplishments) |  |
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[  Program Overview PDF](https://ldrd-annual.llnl.gov/sites/ldrd_annual/files/2021-06/LDRD_Overview_2020_0.pdf)