HEROES is a unique collaborative research and development center between UMass Lowell and the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC).

HEROES encourages and facilitates interdisciplinary technological advancements for improved survivability and sustainability of U.S. Troops. The center is located on campus where UMass Lowell faculty and students and DEVCOM SC scientists and engineers work side by side and share laboratory, office and conference room space. HEROES is leveraging the intellectual assets and resources of the U.S. Army and UMass Lowell to work together to find creative and effective solutions to the challenges faced by our men and women in uniform every day around the world.