January 2019 – July 2022
Researchers used the ALS to quantify a strong, beneficial, and reversible chemical reaction involving oxygen ions in the crystal lattice of battery electrode materials. The results open up ways to pack more energy into batteries with electrodes made out of low-cost, common materials. https://als.lbl.gov/reversible-lattice-oxygen-reactions-in-batteries/
The blog provides postdocs with an opportunity to share their science. First up is Energy Sciences Area researcher and 2018 SLAM finalist Christin Buechner, who discusses her work on the atomic view of membrane materials, and love of baking. https://postdoc.lbl.gov/2019/04/02/christin-buechner/
The Lab’s cafeteria lobby has an updated look, including large-screen monitors that provide information about the Lab’s scientific work, as well as comfortable seating. The lobby is now a more inviting place to bring Lab guests, or meet up with colleagues. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2019/04/08/cafeteria-lobby-refresh-completed/
The first place winner is Stephan Czarnecki, with Tim Kneafsey in second, Haris Mahic, Stephan Czarnecki, and Jon Bertsch tied for third, and Randy Roig and Haris Mahic tied for fourth. https://sites.google.com/a/lbl.gov/lbnl-photography-club/winners
Researchers have designed a device to absorb excess chemotherapy drugs during cancer treatment, characterizing the active surface layer using x-ray microtomography. This opens up a new route to fight cancer that minimizes drug toxicity and enables personalized, targeted, high-dose chemotherapy. https://als.lbl.gov/absorber-captures-excess-chemotherapy-drugs/
Scientists and engineers who would like to improve their communication and presentation skills can attend a two-hour workshop, “Getting Your Message Across,” on Wednesday, April 17 starting at 1:15 p.m. It will also be livestreamed. The workshop is led by Jean-Luc Doumont. Click to register. https://uc.sumtotal.host/Core/pillarRedirect?relyingParty=LM&url=https:%2F%2Fuc.sumtotal.host%2Flearning%2Fapp%2Fmanagement%2FLMS_ActDetails.aspx%3FUserMode%3D0%26ActivityId%3D353539%26ClassUnderStruct%3DFalse%26CallerUrl%3D%2Flearning%2Flearner%2FHome%2FGoToPortal%3Fkey%3D0%26SearchCallerURL%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fuc.sumtotal.host%252Fcore%252FsearchRedirect%253FViewType%253DList%2526SearchText%253Dgetting%25252520your%25252520message%25252520across%25252520-%252525204%2525252F17%2525252F2019%2526startRow%253D0%26SearchCallerID%3D2
László Palkovics, Hungarian Minister for Innovation and Technology (center), listens to Csaba Tóth, Operations Coordinator of the Bella Center describe the BELLA lab during a tour of the Lab Thursday. http://bella.lbl.gov/
Whether you rent or own your home, you can save energy and money with power strips, programmable thermostats, and LED bulbs. Click for tips for a sustainable home. https://sbl.lbl.gov/your-role/#Increase-efficiency
Did you know silicon is found in microprocessors, computer chips, and almost all digital gadgets? Lab researcher Dani Ushizima explains why it is her favorite element. https://twitter.com/BerkeleyLab/status/1112742164159709184
EESA Associate Laboratory Director Susan Hubbard moderated a panel in Sacramento Thursday about the impact California wildfires are having on the environment, with research scientist Michelle Newcomer as a panelist. It was hosted by the California Council on Science & Technology. Watch the video.