Space Science, Technology, and Policy
PNNL’s Space Science, Technology, and Policy activities draw on diverse technical expertise and research capabilities from across the Laboratory.
Energy Technologies Get a Boost Toward Commercial Use
Six energy technologies that do everything from protect fish to monitor the health of flow batteries are getting a boost at PNNL with support from DOE's Technology Commercialization Fund.
Following Their Curiosity Wherever It Leads
At PNNL, women in engineering tackle some of the world’s most complex problems in environmental science, sustainable energy, and national security.
PNNL Statistician Honored with Career Award
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) has recognized Laboratory Fellow and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) Statistician Greg Piepel with the William G. Hunter Award.
Projects
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is driving innovation in drone-based technologies to address critical challenges across geophysical surveying, radiation detection, wetland restoration, and maritime autonomy.
Capability Areas
At PNNL, we’re advancing drone technology to tackle some of the nation’s most complex challenges. From ensuring aviation safety and regulatory compliance to designing custom payloads and harnessing AI for real-time data analysis.
Innovative Drone Technology
PNNL deploys advanced drone systems to tackle the nation’s most pressing challenges in energy, environmental remediation, and national security.
‘Creative Baking’ by Tri-City Researchers Makes New Alloy for Nuclear Reactors, Energy Uses
By combining computational modeling with experimental research, scientists identified a promising composition that reduces the need for a critical material in an alloy that can withstand extreme environments.
The Power of Postdocs
PNNL recognizes some of the outstanding postdoctoral researchers that move science forward during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.
WDTS Internships
College students gain technical training and research experiences at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory through internships sponsored by the DOE Office of Science's Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists program.