Science and Technology Highlights

Scanning electron microscopy image of 3D-printed lattice
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Livermore researchers have designed a new class of 3D-printed lattice structures that combine light weight and high stiffness, despite breaking a rule previously thought to be required to exhibit such properties.
Artist's conception of nanoporin
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Multi-institutional group of researchers examines single digit nanopores.
Earth from space
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By comparing observations to large ensembles of climate model simulations, scientists can now better isolate when human-caused climate change was first identifiable in observations.
Large lens with two people in protective suits
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The Large Synoptic Survey Telescope will take photos using optical assemblies designed by Lawrence Livermore researchers.
Artist's conception of nulcear fuel pellets and data
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Scientists are going to the microscale to study the diverse characteristics of nuclear fuel pellets that could improve nuclear forensic analysis.
Artist's conception of molecules and water pump
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Researchers have developed a technology that can remove nitrate from water selectively.
Three people seated at table
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U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry and Sandy Weill, founder of the Weill Family Foundation, signed a memorandum of understanding to formally initiate a public-private partnership for artificial intelligence (AI), neurological disorders and related subjects.
Researcher with screens in background
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An international team of researchers has developed a new algorithm for solving polynomial systems of equations using a type of quantum computer called a “quantum annealer.”
Trucks and data
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Since the late 1990s, LLNL has played a significant role in improving the fuel economy of class-8 heavy vehicles through enhanced aerodynamics.
El Capitan Super Computer
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The Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, and the Laboratory announced the signing of contracts with Cray Inc. to build the NNSA’s first exascale supercomputer, “El Capitan.”