Ettringite Cements Its Potential
Ettringite, a mineral found in cement, can latch on to and detain the wily and worrisome radioactive contaminant, pertechnetate.
Tough Materials for Tough Environments
Researchers apply numerical simulations to understand more about a sturdy material and how its basic structure responds to and resists radiation. The outcomes could help guide development of the resilient materials of the future.
Separations Book Brings Fields Together
PNNL’s Nuclear Process Science Initiative (NPSI) has developed a book that examines processes used to separate nuclear materials.
PNNL Researchers Seek Value from Discarded Electronics
The environmentally friendly, streamlined solution for recovering valuable minerals from “e-waste” is also faster and more economical than conventional approaches—opening new doors to recycling materials from old devices.
From Safer Travel to Tracking Extreme Storms and More: PNNL’s Year-End Review
From energy storage to cybersecurity, this 2023 wrap-up offers a glimpse of PNNL innovations with a seasonal twist.
1,200 Interns Work on Groundbreaking Science at PNNL, Calling Tri-Cities Home for Summer
Interns dive into important research that addresses national needs.
PNNL Researchers Drive Innovation to Lead the Way to a Better World
Steve Jobs said, "Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower." That is especially true in research and development. New technologies and creative solutions do not materialize overnight or on their own.
PNNL Developed Science and Technology Advances During a Challenging 2020
Despite the challenges, the talented and dedicated staff at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory kept delivering for the nation.
Advancing Energy Storage for a Clean Energy Future
PNNL researchers are helping to better define the need for grid energy storage in future clean energy scenarios, as well as working to improve technologies for storing renewable energy so it's available when and where it's needed.
Tri-Cities Researchers’ Discovery Could Mean Cheaper Bio-Based Fuel
By mimicking nature, scientists make a breakthrough in breaking down wood.