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Eureka Moment Leads to New Method of Studying Environmental Toxins
A technique for probing the surface of particles revealed how toxins move from the soil to groundwater.
New, Detailed Snapshots Capture Photosynthesis at Room Temperature
New X-ray methods have captured the highest resolution room-temperature images of photosystem II.
Studying Nanosecond Molecular Transformations
Focused X-rays reveal how rocks under high pressure transform into different materials.
SLAC, Berkeley Lab Researchers Prepare for Scientific Computing on the Exascale
Two recently funded computing projects work toward developing cutting-edge scientific applications for future exascale supercomputers that can perform at least a billion billion computing operations per second.
Peek Behind the Scenes at SLAC's Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource
During a recent shutdown, engineers installed new beamline technology and a 3-D virtual tour captured rare views of the synchrotron’s interior.
Graphic: X-ray Lasers Just Became More Colorful
For the first time, scientists at SLAC’s X-ray laser have created bright, three-colored X-ray pulses.
Scientists Gather for Annual SLAC Users’ Conference
The event drew more than 400 participants, with workshops and presentations focusing on collaborations and new technology at SLAC’s light sources.
X-rays Reveal Artistry in an Ancient Vase
Beams of X-rays uncover surprising techniques in the creation of art on ancient Greek pottery.
Trevor Petach Receives 2016 Klein Award
Award honors accomplishments in condensed matter physics and electrochemistry at SSRL.
X-rays Reveal New Path In Battle Against Mosquito-borne Illness
SLAC’s X-ray laser provides clues to engineering a new protein to kill mosquitos that carry dengue and Zika.
