Nick Sokol: Growing a sustainable future
A healthy global food supply requires healthy soil, which requires fertilizer to replace and or enhance the nutrients found in the soil. Many farmers use synthetic fertilizers, which are produced […]
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Aydin elevated to IEEE senior membership
Emrullah Aydin, an R&D staff associate in the Vehicle Power Electronics Research group at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has been elevated to senior member status in
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Electron work yields positive outcome for Wei Pan
LIVERMORE, Calif. — While Wei Pan spends his days studying negatively charged electrons, he’s positively buzzing with excitement after being elected a fellow of the American Physical Society this year,
Scientists devise new method to detect permanent distortions in space-time left by massive supernova explosions
Scientists have presented a new way to detect permanent distortions in the fabric of space-time predicted to be caused by certain supernovae explosions. The proposed strategy could allow researchers to
Paper-based sensors may lead to rapid detection of heart attacks
When individuals experience acute myocardial infarction, also known as a heart attack, time is precious. Detection and diagnosis of a heart attack have typically required expensive laboratory equipment and quick
Paper-based sensors may lead to rapid detection of heart attacks
When individuals experience acute myocardial infarction, also known as a heart attack, time is precious. Detection and diagnosis of a heart attack have typically required expensive laboratory equipment and quick
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Sandia National Labs to announce record-breaking impact in 2024
Sandia National Laboratories made its biggest financial impact ever in 2024. (Graphic by Lloyd Wilson) Click on the thumbnail for a high-resolution image. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Sandia National Laboratories has
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Researchers map rates of change in invasive annual grass cover and corresponding management implications across the sagebrush biome
Invasive annual grasses can replace native vegetation and alter fire behavior, impacting a range of habitats and species. A team of researchers from the U.S. Geological Survey, Colorado State University,
NSF congratulates recipients of the prestigious National Medal of Science and National Medal of Technology and Innovation awards
President Joe Biden revealed the newest honorees of the recipients of the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The laureates were honored during a
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Introducing the Earth in Flux Chart Gallery
Water data visualizations are provocative visuals and captivating stories that inform, inspire, and empower people to address our Nation’s most pressing water issues. USGS data science and visualization experts use
Reining in runaway electrons: Summit study could help solve fusion dilemma
At temperatures hotter than the sun, even a small disruption can interfere with a fusion reaction. Scientists planning for the operations of ITER, an international fusion plant now under assembly,
Manard named 2025 winner of Emerging Leader in Atomic Spectroscopy Award
Benjamin Manard, a nuclear analytical chemist at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has been named the 2025 winner of the Emerging Leader in Atomic Spectroscopy Award from
Studying cold fog in mountainous terrains
When air temperatures drop to 0 degrees Celsius or below, cold fog can form and disguise a landscape, posing challenges for drivers and pilots. Cold fog, which produces a drizzle
Gleason named director of Partnerships
Shaun Gleason has been named director of the Partnerships Office at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, effective January 6. The Partnerships Office advances and connects several critical elements
Gleason named director of ORNL’s Partnerships Office
Shaun Gleason has been named director of the Partnerships Office at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, effective January 6. The Partnerships Office advances and connects several critical elements