30 July 2026 NHRC Tests Novel Biothreat Early Warning System Aboard USS Essex at RIMPAC JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – While participating nations gather for the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercises, Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) leads a critical new research initiative to safeguard Sailors' health and readiness.Essex is piloting a comprehensive...