In the search for rare physics events, extremely pure materials are essential. A partnership between PNNL and Ultramet has led to tungsten with low contamination from other elements.

Researchers at PNNL studied the effects of high temperatures and ionizing radiation on tungsten heavy alloys.

Erik Lentz and Christian Boutan will research quantum information science-enabled discoveries in high energy physics with these awards.

PNNL’s year in review includes highlights ranging from advancing soil science to understanding Earth systems, expanding electricity transmission, detecting fentanyl, and applying artificial intelligence to aid scientific discovery.

PNNL researchers co-organized a workshop on fusion commercialization with partners from industry and academia

How to keep stray radiation from “shorting” superconducting qubits; a pair of studies shows where ionizing radiation is lurking and how to banish it.

The search for dark matter includes expertise in radio frequency signal detection, quantum sensing, and high-energy physics at PNNL.

PNNL researchers will pursue both fundamental and applied projects with this support from the Department of Energy

Combining cold spray deposition and friction stir processing for a more efficient route to oxide dispersion strengthened steel.

PNNL researchers studied the microstructure of lithium silicates under emulated fusion conditions.

Researchers studied the boundary precipitation of tungsten heavy alloys in an extended high temperature irradiation environment

Recycling polyolefin materials is challenging. One waste management strategy is plastic upcycling. New work demonstrates a single-step upcycling route coupling cracking and alkylation, recycling carbon and keeping valuable resources active.

PNNL’s patented Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE™) technique is an advanced manufacturing technology that enables better-performing materials and components while offering opportunities to reduce costs and energy consumption.

A new approach validates quantum algorithms for low-energy nuclear physics applications

The Department of Energy Office of Nuclear Energy acting assistant secretary makes his first visit to a national laboratory in his new role, touring PNNL's Radiochemical Processing Laboratory.

Americans produce enough waste every year to replace up to a quarter of the country’s jet fuel with sustainable alternatives, new research shows.

PNNL research exploring tungsten heavy alloys for use in advanced nuclear fusion reactors makes Scientific Reports Top 100 Collection.

Senior Advisor Isabella van Rooyen shares her journey from child to internationally recognized scientist in nuclear materials and manufacturing.

Program seeks to develop exceptional scientists, engineers, and operations staff who can materially advance DOE missions.

From energy storage to cybersecurity, this 2023 wrap-up offers a glimpse of PNNL innovations with a seasonal twist.