SRI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute that performs research and development operations for government agencies, commercial businesses, foundations, associations and industry consortia. The company offers services in a wide range of fields, such as communications and networks, computing, economic development, science and technology policy, energy, education, engineering systems, health sciences, homeland security and materials and structures. It features expertise in automation, intelligence systems, distributed information processing, environmental impact studies, medical product development, radar, communications and testing, evaluation and field support. SRI s policy experts develop solutions for social, technological and economic changes in society. The company s biological science capabilities include basic research, target validation, lead discovery and optimization, radiochemical synthesis and pharmacokinetics. SRI International was founded in 1946 and is based in Menlo Park, Calif.