On July 7, join Early Career Employee Resource Group for a career pathway exploration workshop featuring career coach Josh Henkin. Attendees will learn how to build career skills and networking early during their academic training to enhance and build a professional reputation. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MXZlYWNuZXBsYzNhbDVyaWRoODBycjhxbmwgY19hbGZpcnRxNnEzc20yZWhhcjRxdXB0NWluc0Bn&tmsrc=c_alfirtq6q3sm2ehar4qupt5ins%40group.calendar.google.com
Join Carbon Negative Initiative Lightning Talks Today and Tuesday
Learn more about carbon-negative research at the Lab in a series of lightning talks today and Tuesday in preparation for the CNI Workshop on June 30. Topics include Biological Approaches to Carbon Management, Geological Sequestration, Direct Air Capture & Storage, and Enhanced Mineralization. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q8jcRoQW8HlK13Ppd6wwGlVg8t07fhAB_LNeXnC60Xo/edit
New Property Management and Accounting System Launches Today
A new Property Management and Accounting system, PeopleSoft Asset Management, will replace the current system effective Monday, June 27. The new system will support the growing business needs of the Lab. https://procurement.lbl.gov/welcome-to-procurement-property/property-management/
Call for 2022 CUCSA Nominations
The Lab is seeking a new delegate to serve a two-year term on the Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA). This assignment is effective August 1, and the representative will attend quarterly meetings from September 2022 through June 2024. The application deadline is July 8. Apply today. https://berkeleylabcucsa.lbl.gov/join-cucsa#h.4hsctcjplh2s
Elder Care Caregiver Summer Series Event: Moving Beyond the Burden of Guilt
Caregivers can become depleted about falling short of unquestioned shoulds and self-imposed expectations. How can they shift into a gentler mode that allows for their well-being while caring for others? Join a session on Thursday, June 30 at 12:10 p.m. to explore tools to help restore balance. https://healthyandwell.lbl.gov/home#h.hrgdbsbqqsp
Go Plastic-Free in July
This July, join a global movement to avoid single-use plastics. Visit the Lab’s plastic-free website to learn about avoiding disposables, what to do at home, and how to get a free reusable cutlery set. https://sbl.lbl.gov/category/news/#Go%20Plastic-Free%20in%20July
50th Anniversary of Title IX: Virtual STEM Roundtable Today at 10 a.m.
The White House OSTP will host a federal roundtable on preventing and addressing identity-based harassment and discrimination in STEM environments, including research environments, today at 10 a.m as part of marking the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX. Registration required. https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_F-LlmB_aREi8rdGsily7qw
Summer is Here; Time to Head Outdoors and Enjoy Nature
The Bay Area is blessed with abundant natural beauty, and summer is the perfect time to explore it. Spending time in the natural environment is good for your physical and mental health. Click to read some suggestions from EH&S on how to enjoy the outdoors this summer. https://healthyandwell.lbl.gov/physical-activity-movement/get-outside
Giant Bacteria Discovered in Guadeloupe Mangroves
Joint Genome Institute and Berkeley Lab researchers are part of a team that described a giant bacterium composed of a single cell discovered in the mangroves of Guadeloupe. Using microscopy techniques, they observed novel, membrane-bound compartments that contain DNA clusters dubbed “pepins.” https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2022/06/23/giant-bacteria-found-in-guadeloupe-mangroves-challenge-traditional-concepts/
Berkeley Lab in the News: June 20 – 24
The Lab’s research, researchers, and expertise are highlighted in news stories around the world. Check out the top media mentions in the News Center’s “In the News” section including You Don’t Need a Microscope to See the Biggest Bacteria Ever Found. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/#text-7
