On Friday, April 26, the Badge Office will close from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to accommodate staff attendance at a meeting. For more information, contact Lauren Kaufman (x6874).
Badge Office Closed Friday From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Video of Neurodiversity Panel Discussion Now Available
Those who missed this event, or want to view it again, can watch the discussion on neurodiversity that took place on Tuesday. At the event, panelists Mike Witherell, Emalynn Robinson, and Martha Ortiz shared their stories on how to best support colleagues with neurodiversity challenges. https://youtu.be/PfRvQppYJEk
Berkeley Lab Celebrates #EarthDay 2019
On Earth Day, Lab-wide social media accounts converged to showcase science and research from Berkeley Lab aimed at benefiting society and the planet. This year’s theme was #ProtectOurSpecies. The day culminated with 99 tweets/RTs from @BerkeleyLab and our user facility accounts. https://wakelet.com/wake/aaf4c27c-4c8e-4b76-9c84-5d1242c690a0
Advanced Light Source Hosts Spring Seminar Series
The talks are held on Wednesdays, from 3 to 4 p.m., either in Building 6-2202 or Building 15-253. Today (April 24), Pupa Gilbert of the University of Wisconsin–Madison will discuss “How Organisms Build Crystals.” https://als.lbl.gov/news-events/seminars/
Lab’s Mary Maxon Participates in Press Conference With Governor on Fire Dangers
At an April 23 news conference in Berkeley on collaborations to lessen fire danger near urban areas, Governor Gavin Newsom asked Biosciences ALD Mary Maxon to answer a question on the use of biomass from forest-thinning. She discussed bio-based strategies to utilize forest biomass in biorefineries. https://www.gov.ca.gov/2019/04/23/newsom-warns-of-wildfire-risk-to-urban-communities-across-state/
HR Recruiting, Labor Relations, Benefits Departments Moving Tomorrow
The Human Resources Benefits and Employee and Labor Relations groups will move to Building 90-1136, and Recruiting will move to Building 90-1140, on Thursday, April 25. The move may cause a delay in responses to inquiries.
What’s Mike Johnson’s Favorite Element? Silver
Silver has been around since ancient times and has been used in everything from jewelry to dentistry to photography. It’s also essential to all modern electronics, many of which are tested for space travel at the Lab’s 88-inch Cyclotron, says Mike Johnson, the research coordinator at the cyclotron. https://youtu.be/J9JHWPExkrE
Current and Potential E-bikers Invited to April 29 Meetup
E-bikes offer a fun way to commute and get exercise, while also helping the planet. Learn more about e-bikes at a meetup on Monday, April 29, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the picnic area outside Buildings 30/33. Don’t have an e-bike? Bring your questions and check out the rides of others. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=N3RlMWdmOTBqaW0xbjZnMzIxNzA4bTRqOTMgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
Earth Month Tip: Your Contribution Counts
The Lab can’t reach its goal of zero waste without you. From efficient purchasing to proper waste diversion, you can contribute to this important sustainability goal. https://sbl.lbl.gov/your-role/#Use-the-Wasteguide
Cafeteria Lot Closed, Bus Stop Moved for SSS Fair on Thursday
To accommodate the Safety, Security, and Sustainability Fair, the cafeteria parking lot will close Wednesday evening through 4 p.m. on Thursday. The cafeteria bus stop will be moved across the street near the stop sign during that time. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2019/04/22/safety-security-and-sustainability-topics-featured-in-thursdays-fair/