Interim Laboratory Director Pete Nanos stressed the importance of New Mexico's diversity at the 11th annual tribute to Hispano legislators dinner last week in Sweeney Convention Center in Santa Fe. Nanos spoke briefly about the Laboratory's efforts to improve its business practices and the Lab's continued excellence in science. He also noted the contributions Hispanic scientists and engineers have made and are making to the nation through their work at Los Alamos. The Laboratory was a gold sponsor at the event, sponsored by the Hispano Round Table of New Mexico. Inset photo: Nanos shares a lighter moment with State Sen. Richard Martinez, D-Los Alamos, Rio Arriba and Sandoval at the Hispano Round Table event. Photos by LeRoy N. Sanchez, Public Affairs