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Using atomic-resolution scanning transmission electron microscopy, researchers found that in the presence of iron, the grain boundary of titanium undergoes a phase transition, forming “cages” or “clusters” at the grain boundary (the gold region at the center of the image).
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When iron meets titanium: Discovery of quasicrystalline-like grain boundary pha…

LLNL researchers and international collaborators provide the first demonstration of how iron atoms, when introduced into titanium, undergo a GB transition.

American energy use is trending towards decarbonization, according to the most recent energy and carbon flow charts produced by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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Americans increase overall pace of decarbonization, but state trends vary

LLNL releases annual flowcharts to illustrate the nation's consumption and uses of energy, as well as associated CO2 emissions. 

Laboratory leadership gather around table to celebrate signature.
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LLNL marks milestone with NNSA acceptance of first digital product, Nightwatch

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has accepted Nightwatch, the first digital product developed and produced by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). 

LLNL biologists David Baliu-Rodriguez (left) and Mike Malfatti examine the Accelerator Mass Spectrometry results showing the quantification of carbon-14 labeled-subedatex in tissue.
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LLNL researchers discover promising treatment to counteract the effects of fent…

LLNL researchers discover a promising new treatment that can be a boon to doctors and medical professionals dealing with the crisis of fentanyl.

Deputy Director for Science and Technology Pat Falcone, right, and VTT Chief Executive Officer Antti H.A. Vasara, sign the MOU on Oct. 1.
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LLNL signs MOU with Finland’s VTT Technical Research Centre

LLNL and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland sign a memorandum of understanding with a focus on strengthening the science and technology (S&T) capabilities between the two entities.

A Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory-led team was awarded $3.4M to develop new alloys for first wall fusion reactors and enable commercial fusion energy through ARPA-E’s Creating Hardened And Durable fusion first Wall Incorporating Centralized Knowledge (CHADWICK) program.
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LLNL-led team receives ARPA-E funding for technology to enable fusion power pla…

An LLNL-led team is awarded $3.4 million to develop new alloys for first wall fusion reactors and enable commercial fusion energy.

A team from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Stanford University and the University of Pennsylvania introduced a novel wet chemical etching process that modifies the surface of conventional metal powders used in 3D printing. By creating nanoscale grooves and textures, the researchers reportedly increased the absorptivity of these powders by up to 70%, allowing for more effective energy transfer during the laser melting 3D printing process.
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New technique enhances absorptivity of powders for metal 3D printing

LLNL researchers and academic partners develop a groundbreaking technique to enhance the optical absorptivity of metal powders used in 3D printing.

Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and the Korean Institute of Science and Technology attend a multi-day workshop at LLNL to explore opportunities for expanded research collaborations.
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LLNL and Korean Institute of Science and Technology to explore innovative clima…

Researchers gather for a three-day workshop at LLNL to discuss progress on shared research projects and explore collaboration opportunities on clean energy technologies, climate resilience and related data-science solutions.

Atomistic simulations, machine learning potential and accelerated degradation experiments reveal the complex role of CO2 in the oxidation kinetics of amine-functional sorbents for carbon capture.
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New research could extend the lifetime of key carbon-capture materials

LLNL researchers and collaborators make a significant breakthrough in understanding the impact of carbon dioxide (CO2) on the stability of amine-functionalized porous solid materials. 

Three major approaches to durable carbon removal. The figure shows the major carbon fluxes that must be accounted for when evaluating the net amount of carbon removal that can be attributed to a project.
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Getting into the details of carbon accounting

LLNL scientists and collaborators look into the state of evaluating the climate impact of CDR projects (also referred to as carbon accounting).