Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is one of the United States Department of Energy’s national laboratories, managed by the DOE’s Office of Science. Located in Richland, Washington, PNNL was founded in 1965 and focuses on a wide array of scientific research, including chemistry, environmental science, and data analytics. The laboratory is renowned for its work in advanced materials, energy (both renewable and nuclear), and national security. PNNL employs thousands of scientists and engineers, and collaborates extensively with various industries, academic institutions, and other government agencies to advance scientific frontiers and solve complex problems. The lab is also a leader in grid modernization, energy efficiency technologies, and the development of sustainable solutions for environmental restoration and waste management.
Researchers have learned to control the “handedness” of peptoids, a crucial factor in precision drug delivery and diagnostics. Nature is filled with extraordinarily precise molecular…
A holistic approach to reach net-zero carbon emissions throughout the economy. A key strategy for reaching net-zero carbon emissions involves transitioning significant sectors of the…
The proliferation of programmable devices creates additional entry points for cyberattacks. There’s a down side to “smart” devices: They can be hacked. That makes the…
Scientists at PNNL have devised a novel technique to visualize tiny inner workings of complex fungal community For years, researchers have dedicated themselves to developing…
Scientists report the first look at electrons moving in real-time in liquid water; findings open up a whole new field of experimental physics. In an…
Researchers reveal the root cause of rechargeable battery breakdown. For decades, scientists have assumed that the inevitable filmy buildup on electrodes inside rechargeable batteries is…
Ultra-low radiation cables reduce background noise for neutrino and dark matter detectors. Imagine trying to tune a radio to a single station but instead encountering…
New research provides a fresh glimpse of APOE, scores of new molecular players in the central nervous system. Researchers have developed a technique to identify…
Project 8 marks a major milestone in its quest to measure neutrino mass. The humble neutrino, an elusive subatomic particle that passes effortlessly through normal…
New mass spectrometry technique holds the potential for exploring nature’s unknown chemical universe. The universe is awash in billions of possible chemicals. Despite the arsenal…
Sugar additive plays a surprise role, boosting flow battery capacity and longevity for this grid energy resilience design. A team of researchers from the Department…
PNNL scientists investigate the promising properties of a common, Earth-abundant salt. In a world of continuously warmer temperatures, a growing consensus demands that energy sources…
The new manufacturing process results in the creation of high-strength aluminum vehicle components that are both cost-effective and more eco-friendly. The automotive industry, specifically for…
Scientists at PNNL are charting a profitable course for carbon capture through carbon upcycling, unlocking a crucial step in the decarbonization process and moving closer…
A new process produces fuel quickly at mild temperature, with few byproducts. There are a lot of potentially useful raw materials bound up in used…
Iron-based fertilizer in the form of nanoparticles has the potential to store excess carbon dioxide in the ocean. An international team of researchers led by…
These findings could revolutionize climate science and assist in the identification of underground locations for secure hydrogen storage for carbon-free energy. The remnants of an…
It is expected that global warming will exceed the threshold established in the 2015 Paris Agreement, though it is uncertain to what extent this will…