Science and Technology Highlights

Two scientists work at glass lab equipment
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This year's grants reflect a broad diversity of technology areas.
Woman holding device
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A Laboratory awards program offers advancement for scientific leaders who choose the research track over the management ladder.
Abstract colorful shapes
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Data processing workflow tools developed by Livermore scientists reveal the multifaceted nature of traumatic brain injury.
two pieces of a meteorite
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Livermore research hints at expanded region of planetary formation during the solar system's formation.
Three resesarchers wearing masks behind table with clylindrical objects
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Nanosatellites holding tiny Livermore-developed telescopes take thousands of images of space and Earth in an ongoing Laboratory–industry partnership.
Artist's conception with images of bacteria and plankton
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A research team directly quantified uptake of complex carbon pools from the two primary sources of marine organic carbon (diatoms and cyanobacteria) by a natural microbial community.
Flat map-style image of planet Earth
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Advanced computer models, simulations, and analysis capabilities help scientists zoom in on Earth system processes and improve climate research.
Lightining strikes erupting volcano
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Livermore scientists and collaborators discovered that standing shock waves in the supersonic outflow of gases prevent electric discharges like sparks and lightning from propagating.
Multi-part figure showing measured and simulated flows within an imploding ICF hot spot
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Livermore researchers investigate a “low-mode” laser asymmetry that was significantly degrading performance at the National Ignition Facility.
Images of three planets offset from each other
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Livermore scientists have developed a new approach using machine learning to study the phase behaviors of superionic water with unprecedented resolution.