: The name of the "release group" that captured and encoded this specific version.

: Indicates the source of the recording was a High-Definition television broadcast.

: The team tracks down a group of thieves who are targeting advanced technological components.

In this episode, the NCIS team investigates a specialized crime involving high-tech corporate espionage. After a graduate student working on electromagnetic weaponry for the Navy is attacked, the team must determine if the motive was personal or related to his sensitive research. Key plot points include:

: While the case is central, the episode continues the ongoing "mole hunt" subplot that spanned much of Season 8. It also features lighter moments, such as the team's reactions to Nell’s high IQ and her growing field capabilities. Technical File Breakdown