Ion Pairing of Nitrite in Caustic Multicomponent Electrolytes
IDREAM researchers show that high concentrations of sodium hydroxide significantly impact the molecular and macroscale properties of sodium nitrite solutions.
A Watershed Moment: Key Findings About Potential Drinking Water Contamination
An analysis of land use in watersheds that supply drinking water to over a hundred United States cities identified a wide range of exposure to potential contamination.
PNNL Earth Scientist Publishes Synopsis of Gulf Coast Restoration Needs
Diefenderfer, Earth scientist who focuses on coastal ecosystems at PNNL, recently published “Ten Years of Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Projects Since the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill,” a cover article.
Boehmite Nanoparticle Morphology Depends on pH
Simulations show that pH influences boehmite nanoparticle structure and sorption ability.
Watching the Behavior of Irradiated Boehmite Particles
The amount of radiation in a system influences how fast aggregated boehmite particles dissolve.
Using Lasers to Analyze the Chemistry of Radioactive Waste
PNNL research, featured on the cover of two science journals, describes advancements in using Raman spectrometry for Hanford Site nuclear waste remediation.
World Water Day 2022
March 22 is World Water Day. Let our experts tell you more about our capabilities specific to the water that is found underground.
Novel Energy Exchange Mechanisms Lead to Water Ionization and Desorption from Nanoparticle Interfaces
Newly determined energy transfer mechanisms help identify how water releases from and damages irradiated interfaces.
Gen IV International Forum: Waste Strategy for Molten Salt Reactors
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's John Vienna and Brian Riley participate in a webinar June 15, 2022, at Gen IV International Forum to discuss a nuclear waste management strategy for molten salt reactor systems.