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All Latest News StoriesHow do we make hydrogen fuel cells a viable reality? Electrochemistry might hold the answer
Neutron star mergers contribute to AI training models
Collaborative effort uses Laboratory simulation to train AI for scientific discovery
University of Michigan, Lab to jointly develop Michigan-based AI research center
This U-M press release highlights how a partnership expands research collaboration
Los Alamos National Lab gets a perfect score on hazardous waste management
New Mexico Environment Department’s evaluation results in zero violations
Mathematical models tackle COVID-19 infection dynamics
Research key to understanding impact of drugs and other interventions
Bradbury Science Museum provides space for memories of Charlie McMillan
Members of the community are invited to share their tributes to the former Laboratory director
Climate Science Stories
All Climate ScienceAllison Aiken will lead ARM mobile deployment and atmospheric research campaign
DUSTIEAIM will investigate desert-atmosphere interactions in Phoenix
New research shows hydraulic failure in the tropics is expected to increase
Plant trait assemblages and the FATES-HYDRO model are key to understanding fate of many tropical plants
Postfire debris flows may become predictable, thanks to a new study
Scientists at Los Alamos have developed a model framework to better predict events such as landslides
Los Alamos studies innovative energy sources for the Intermountain West
Well retrofits and hydrogen are key to cleaner energy
New study finds a way to improve seismic monitoring for geologic carbon storage
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions with geologic carbon storage will require a new way to model rock physics.
Future climate change will impact opportunities for prescribed fires
Prescribed burning is one of the most effective tools to prevent catastrophic fires. Some locations in the United States are facing a future where safe conditions to burn are fewer and farther between.
Awards and Recognitions Stories
All Awards and RecognitionsLos Alamos researcher receives Electrochemical Society award for sustainable energy technology
The recognition highlights innovations in fuel cell development
8 awards go to Los Alamos National Lab for employer excellence
Recognitions in 2024 demonstrate Lab’s support for workforce and diversity
4 Los Alamos researchers receive Laboratory Fellows’ Prizes
Gandolfi, Lin, Neudecker honored for research, Myers for leadership
Los Alamos National Laboratory announces winners of its most prestigious medals
Three winners exemplify the Lab’s excellence in global security, operations and community relations
7 Los Alamos researchers named 2024 Laboratory Fellows
Investors and scientists converge at Lab tech-transfer event
Los Alamos National Laboratory technologies offer solutions to challenges such as vaccine development, food production
Community Stories
All CommunityBradbury Science Museum provides space for memories of Charlie McMillan
Members of the community are invited to share their tributes to the former Laboratory director
Team honors Marine reservist
Veterans and non-military employees at Los Alamos National Laboratory came together to celebrate colleague’s military promotion to gunnery sergeant
Hazardous materials response teams put their skills to the test
Los Alamos National Laboratory hosted competition to test hazmat expertise
Don’t be spooked! Bats are here to help.
Lab biologists work to protect bats, create first-ever site management plan
Young Frankensteins and their families are invited to High-Tech Halloween 2024 at the Bradbury Science Museum
In conjunction with Los Alamos Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet, the event includes hands-on science fun
Los Alamos National Laboratory, NNSA and Northern New Mexico College establish new Center for Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Collaboration creates the region’s first cybersecurity education program
Computing Stories
All ComputingUniversity of Michigan, Lab to jointly develop Michigan-based AI research center
This U-M press release highlights how a partnership expands research collaboration
AI algorithms deployed on-chip reduce power consumption of deep learning applications
Brain-inspired algorithm on neuromorphic hardware reduces cost of learning
Students get quantum computing mentorship and research experience
Fellowship covers theory, programming and hands-on projects
Los Alamos team cracks the code on the bane of quantum machine learning algorithms
Barren plateaus have long plagued progress in the field of variational quantum computing, but their understanding has been limited — until now
Los Alamos and SK hynix to demonstrate new Object Computational Storage system
Collaboration to debut demonstration at 2024 Flash Memory Summit
New open-source code improves safety and performance of manufactured parts
Fierro helps develop parts that are stronger, lighter and with less waste
Energy Stories
All EnergyLaboratory teams with Georgia Institute of Technology for AI energy-grid research
Agreement with AI4OPT will drive research and training on AI problem-solving
Los Alamos researchers look for feedback on the Geothermal Clean Energy Testbed Scoping Study
Geothermal energy could bring high-paying jobs to New Mexico
This is not your grandparents’ power grid
Keeping the lights on requires advanced mathematical approaches to support a smarter, more resilient power grid
Magnetic impurities turn quantum dots into emitters of free electrons
Manganese impurities added to quantum dots enable high-efficiency generation of free electrons for use in photochemistry and photocathodes
Bioplastics point the way to an environmentally sustainable, green future
AI accelerates research into Earth-friendly materials that soak up CO2 and break the dependence on fossil feedstocks for everyday products
New data-driven model could help the world meet clean-energy demands
‘LAROMance’ predicts metals’ response to extreme conditions
Health Stories
All HealthNew AI model improves prediction power for genomics related to disease
Exploring genomic factors with new supercomputer to potentially aid drug development
Machine learning model identifies drug design possibilities
Data-driven models identify properties to overcome pathogen defenses
Supercomputer simulation attacks problem of drug-resistant bacteria
Understanding molecular processes can improve the antibiotics and vaccines that fight disease
Getting ahead of climate-driven epidemics
How changing temps could affect transmission of dengue fever
Research examines key factors related to COVID-19 variant dynamics
The study is the most comprehensive characterization of global COVID-19 variant transitions to date
New disease model pits zombies against clerics for clarity
Epidemic modeling requires nuanced approach for diseases such as HIV
The Lab Stories
All The LabHundreds of Manhattan Project artifacts provide a glimpse into the past
Findings from Manhattan Project work at Los Alamos National Lab give insight into average wartime worker
J. Patrick Fitch selected as deputy Laboratory director for Science, Technology and Engineering
Triad announces Jay Sures as new chair of the board
Sures will assume the chairmanship effective Jan. 1 and remains on the University of California Board of Regents where he serves on the National Laboratories Committee
Studying human error to improve safety
Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Mike Petrowski looks at the “why” to understand — and prevent — mistakes
Los Alamos ranks as a top employer promoting diversity
Lab recognized by LATINA Style magazine
Extra! Extra! Los Alamos National Lab employees share their favorite moments on the ‘Oppenheimer’ set
17 employees tell what it was really like behind the scenes as extras in the hit movie
Materials Stories
All MaterialsUnique ‘Chaco’ metamaterial detects order of external operations, mechanical memory
Artificial nanomagnets inspire mechanical system with memory capability
Harnessing light-powered nanoscale electrical currents to propel emerging technologies
New metasurface architecture sets the stage for ultrafast information processing and versatile terahertz sources
Research demonstrates material’s quantum topological potential
Experiment shows phase transition useful for quantum applications
New quantum device generates single photons and encodes information
Approach is a step toward using single photons in quantum communication and information processing
New fuel cell architecture uses nanowires to deliver durability
Coaxial nanowire electrode design could benefit heavy-duty trucking
Approach for creating precision quantum defects enables quantum applications
New technique for implanting defects could be scalable for quantum technologies
Operations Stories
All OperationsDiamond-stamping the first plutonium pit: Lab Director Thom Mason's statement
Celebrating 50 years of mission-essential research
Attendees come together at accelerator to mark anniversary
Laboratory delivers upgraded office and parking space
New facilities just in time for the New Year
New substation powered up Oct. 14
State-of-the-art facility supplies electricity to LANL, Los Alamos County
Unauthorized drone flights are prohibited in Laboratory restricted airspace, including additional No Drone Zone
Recent unauthorized drone flights have been detected in this restricted airspace.
Los Alamos National Laboratory commits to advancing gender equality in nuclear policy
Los Alamos first national lab to join Gender Champions in Nuclear Policy
Science Stories
All ScienceHow do we make hydrogen fuel cells a viable reality? Electrochemistry might hold the answer
Neutron star mergers contribute to AI training models
Collaborative effort uses Laboratory simulation to train AI for scientific discovery
Mathematical models tackle COVID-19 infection dynamics
Research key to understanding impact of drugs and other interventions
Liquid semiconductor lasers developed employing colloidal quantum dots
Novel ‘laser-ready’ colloidal quantum dots should renew interest in liquid laser applications
AI-enhanced model will improve space weather forecasting
New capability can make hourly forecasts, help protect equipment in space
Los Alamos team develops ‘game-changing’ approach to explosives testing
More modern method a fundamental leap forward in safety
Space Stories
All SpaceAsteroid-sample return mission enables researchers to conduct largest geophysical observation campaign of its kind
OSIRIS-REx project has impacts in space, on the ground
New findings point to an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars
Manganese-rich sandstones indicate there were once habitable conditions in the Gale Crater
New technology improves space weather monitoring
The Compact Space Plasma Analyzer monitors local space weather and provides real-time data
First hints of nuclear fission in cosmos revealed by models, observations
Fission models find clear fingerprints of nuclear process never before directly observed in stars
New research points to possible seasonal climate patterns on early Mars
The Curiosity rover finds evidence of high frequency wet-dry cycling in the Gale Crater
Designing a drone that can search for life on other planets
How a trip to the Arctic could help researchers build better tools for planetary exploration
Technology Stories
All TechnologyDiscover innovative technologies at DisrupTECH Aug. 30
Richard P. Feynman Innovation Prizes award ceremony follows
Laboratory’s giant rotor headed for Switzerland
Sailed from Japan to Belgium, now on to Switzerland
Bridging the digital divide
R&D 100 Award-winning LightSlinger antenna is the subject of the latest installment of the Frontiers in Science lecture series, June 21 in Los Alamos and June 22 in Santa Fe
Laboratory-developed high explosives mitigate risk of accidental detonation
New explosives materials ensure safe transport and storage
Ultrasound technology helps with brewing better beer
New technology to power radiographic imaging for national security
Redesigned pulsed-power capacitor modules extend X-ray and electron-beam capabilities
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