Category: Science News

One of the most advanced microscopes in the world was used to reveal the structure of a large protein complex crucial to photosynthesis. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2019/02/14/new-protein-blueprint-advances-understanding-of-photosynthesis/

At the ALS, researchers found that palladium/zirconium catalysts can reduce greenhouse gases by converting them into useful fuel. 

Researchers used the ALS to help demonstrate the tunability of the magnetic characteristics of a two-dimensional layered material at room temperature. 

Scientists are proposing a unique, high-energy collider to better understand the “glue” that is responsible for most of the visible universe’s matter and mass. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2019/02/08/preparing-for-a-new-tool-to-study-the-glue-that-binds-us-all/

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A team led by Berkeley Lab scientists has gleaned new and surprising clues about the nuclear structure of an exotic form of magnesium – Mg-40. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2019/02/07/new-measurements-exotic-magnesium-suggest-surprising-shape-shift/

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Researchers discussed the challenges and opportunities arising from a growing focus on the nexus between water and energy and how the ALS can help address key questions in this area. 

The Lab’s Advanced Light Source and Molecular Foundry contributed to new research on lithium-ion batteries that could be the key to smaller phone batteries and electric cars that drive farther between charges. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2019/02/06/new-research-offers-first-complete-picture-of-lithium-ion-battery-performance/