Researchers have made significant advancements in understanding atomic-scale heat motion in materials, crucial for developing…
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Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a multi-disciplinary research facility located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and is the largest science and energy national laboratory in the Department of Energy (DOE) system. Founded in 1943 as part of the Manhattan Project, ORNL has evolved into a leading research institution that focuses on a variety of scientific areas including energy production, materials science, nuclear physics, and computing. The laboratory is renowned for housing some of the most advanced experimental and computing facilities in the world, such as the Spallation Neutron Source and the Summit supercomputer. ORNL’s work is pivotal in addressing energy, environmental, and security challenges, contributing to advancements in science and technology that impact multiple aspects of modern life.
Library of operating data enables analysis of complex electric grids. The Grid Event Signature Library…
Researchers have developed a model for “super grids” to sustain electricity in the Caribbean during…
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the properties of promethium, a rare earth…
Researchers have developed techniques to manufacture different types of glass in space, uncovering potential for…
New research has demonstrated that small changes in the isotopic content of thin semiconductor materials…
A new technique utilizing neutron scattering has revolutionized lithium battery design, promising safer and more…
Analysis of eVTOL batteries reveals unique operating demands. Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak…
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory are advancing cancer treatment research by designing drugs that…
Glass is increasingly utilized in various high-performance areas, covering consumer and industrial applications, military and…
Hexagonal boron nitride coatings on metal alloys enhance durability, reduce friction, and protect against harsh…
Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s research on magnesium oxide for carbon capture reveals a slowing absorption…
A new solver algorithm for the MPAS-Ocean model significantly enhances climate research by reducing computational…
When electricity flows through a battery, the materials inside it gradually wear down. The physical…
The DOE’s shipment of 0.5 kilograms of plutonium-238 to Los Alamos National Laboratory marks a…
A collaborative research team has confirmed quantum spin liquid behavior in the material KYbSe2, validating…
Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s research in quantum biology and AI has significantly improved the efficiency…
Scientists reveal three unique electron states in molten salts, a crucial discovery for future salt-fueled…