190819-N-PO203-0435 SANTIAGO, Chile (Aug. 19, 2019) Chilean Science Minister Dr. Andres Couve offers remarks during a science and technology panel held at the ambassador’s residence in Santiago, Chile. Dr. Patricia Gruber, technical director, Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global, Rear Adm. Ramiro Navajas, director, Directorate of Programs, Research and Development and Subsecretary of Defense Mr. Cristian de la Maza, joined Couve. ONR Global leadership is currently visiting the region to strengthen scientific connections between the U.S. and Latin American. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)