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Schematic of the “BeEST” experiment
// S&T Highlights
A research team has demonstrated the power of using nuclear decay in high-rate quantum sensors in the search for sterile neutrinos.
Abstract pattern of colorful dots with article title
// S&T Highlights
Livermore researchers develop a system to help analysts find evidence of nuclear weapons proliferation using open-source information.
Journal cover page
// Journal Covers
A report of the synthesis and characterization of a series of model silicone networks modified with a specific class of silicone-resin known as MQ-resin.
Three scientists
// Recognition
Three Livermore postdoctoral appointees have been selected to attend the 70th annual Lindau Nobel Laureate meeting in Germany.
The L3 high-average-power petawatt laser system
// S&T Highlights
The L3-HAPLS, the world’s highest-average-power petawatt laser system designed and built by Livermore, reached a major milestone during a recent demonstration at ELI Beamlines Research Center.
Scientist in front of tabletop bench equipment
// S&T Highlights
Livermore scientists have developed a high-precision interferometer system to measure the pressure dependence of the refractive index in diamond anvil cells.
Bronis R. De Supinski
// Recognition
Bronis R. de Supinski, chief technology officer for Livermore Computing, is one of the top influencers in the high performance computing industry for 2021, according to HPCwire.
Rob Falgout
// Recognition
The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics has selected computational mathematician Rob Falgout as an esteemed member of its 2021 Class of SIAM Fellows.
Four simulations of neutron energy impact on asteroid
// S&T Highlights
The neutron energy output from a nuclear device detonation can affect the deflection of an asteroid.
U.S. energy flow chart
// S&T Highlights
Americans used approximately 7 percent less energy in 2020, due in part to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to energy flow charts released by Livermore.