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“All national labs have a special role to play by providing
world-class science & technology to help the nation address
its biggest problems. One attribute that sets PNNL apart is
its ongoing attention to the Four Pillars. The effect that our
actions and investments have on these factors is central to our
strategic decision making.”
Malin Young
Deputy Director for
Science & Technology
Four Pillars of Science & Technology Success
PNNL cultivates distinction in four areas that are critical to the Laboratory’s successful
execution of its mission.
Science & Core
Technology Capabilities
Leadership
DOE recognizes 19 core capabilities at PNNL, span-
PNNL is the nation’s premier chemistry, environ- ning the chemical & materials sciences, mathematical
mental science, and data analytics Laboratory. & computational sciences, engineering, and earth &
biological sciences.
Partnerships Culture of
Innovation
PNNL’s strategic partnerships include joint research
institutes and joint appointments with U.S. uni- PNNL nurtures a culture of curiosity, innovation,
versities, and long-term research collaborations and research excellence through programs and
with laboratories, academic institutions, and the investments offering staff career growth oppor-
private sector. tunities that develop thought leadership.
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