More than 700 PNNL-developed technologies and software are available for licensing that can be deployed across U.S. markets to improve and strengthen U.S. markets. You can read about a few of these innovations below and search all of them on our Available Technologies page.
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NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Lomasney to Lead Technology Deployment and Outreach at PNNL
Christina Lomasney, a veteran entrepreneur with experience in technology innovation and commercialization, has been tapped to lead technology transfer at PNNL.
OCTOBER 26, 2021
Speedier Manufacturing for Stronger Aluminum Alloys
Developed at PNNL, Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion, or ShAPE™, uses significantly less energy and can deliver components like wire, tubes and bars 10 times faster than conventional extrusion, with no sacrifice in quality.
OCTOBER 21, 2021
PNNL Wins R&D 100 Awards
PNNL has received 119 R&D 100 Awards since 1969, when the laboratory began submitting entries in the contest that recognizes top 100 inventions each year.
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Green Manufacturing Award Goes to PNNL Technology
An energy-efficient method to extrude metal components wins Association of Washington Business Green Manufacturing Award. PNNL’s Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion™ technology consumes less energy and enhances material properties.
OCTOBER 6, 2021
A Colorful, Sustainable Solution for 3-D Printing
PNNL has developed seaweed-based inks and materials for 2-D and 3-D printing that can be used for a multitude of applications in the art, medical, STEM, and other fields.
AUGUST 19, 2021
Faster and Cheaper Ethanol-to-Jet-Fuel on the Horizon
A patented process for converting alcohol sourced from renewable or industrial waste gasses into jet or diesel fuel is being scaled up at PNNL.
JUNE 28, 2021
Energy Technologies Move Closer to Commercial Use
Federal and industry-matched funding will move 11 technologies closer to commercialization where they could one day help bolster U.S. competitiveness.
MAY 18, 2021
PNNL Invention Reduces Risk of Battery Explosions
A simple sensor system developed at PNNL can prevent dangerous battery fires.
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
PNNL Technology Strengthens Grid, Earns National Awards
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer has given three national awards to PNNL technology teams.
JANUARY 12, 2021
ElastiDry Wins DOE National Pitch Competition
A panel of five judges from the Bay Area and Silicon Valley investment community chose the PNNL innovation from 10 product pitches, all from different national laboratories.
OCTOBER 2, 2020
PNNL Technologies Garner Six R&D 100 Honors
Five PNNL technologies were recently awarded six R&D 100 honors. The R&D 100 Awards, now in its 58th year, recognize pioneers in science and technology from industry, the federal government, and academia.
A technology that can quickly detect explosive vapors, deadly chemicals and illicit drugs with unparalleled accuracy has been named the 2020 Innovation of the Year by GeekWire, the Seattle-based technology news company.
Non-toxic product sheds liquids with ease, even when stretched; developed after two years of research
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Three PNNL Innovations Honored with National Awards
The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer has honored three innovations at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.