The Materials Science Laboratory
(MSL) is a 56,000 square foot modern laboratory facility equipped with
27 laboratories, 15 support rooms, and 60 offices. The MSL supports many distinct materials research topics, grouped into four focus areas: mechanical
behavior, materials processing, synthesis, and characterization. Research within the MSL supports programs of national
interest in defense, energy, and the basic sciences.
The MSL is located in a non-classified area in close proximity to classified and other non-classified materials research facilities. The MSL is equipped with state-of-the-art research hardware
and is arranged and operated to encourage a sense of community among resident
Los Alamos staff and collaborators from industry and academia. The MSL
and its research apparatus are provided with the latest in controls and
safeguards for protection of the public, the environment, and the people
working in and around the facility.
The Materials Science Laboratory
was officially opened at its dedication ceremony on July 8, 1994.
Joined by United States Senator Jeff Bingaman, Laboratory employees
and visitors toured the MSL and glimpsed some of its many activities.
The Materials Science Laboratory
(MSL) is a 56,000 square foot modern laboratory facility equipped with
27 laboratories, 15 support rooms, and 60 offices. The MSL supports many distinct materials research topics, grouped into four focus areas: mechanical
behavior, materials processing, synthesis, and characterization. Research within the MSL supports programs of national
interest in defense, energy, and the basic sciences.
A more detailed description
of this premier user facility can be found in