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Researchers develop roadmap to defossilize economy by reusing carbon atoms

SLAC is taking part in a multi-institutional effort to help reach net-zero carbon emissions goals in difficult-to-electrify industries.

May 1, 2024  ·  3 min read
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A newly published protein structure helps explain how some anti-cancer immunotherapy treatments work

Scientists at Stanford and NYU have published and investigated a new structure of the protein LAG-3 which could enable the development of new cancer...

March 12, 2024
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New research on tungsten unlocks potential for improving fusion materials

Researchers have uncovered new insights about tungsten's ability to conduct heat, which could lead to materials advancements for fusion reactor and aerospace technologies.

March 13, 2024  ·  4 min read
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Researchers control quantum properties of 2D materials with tailored light

The team developed a groundbreaking method that harnesses the structure of light to twist and tweak the properties of quantum materials. 

April 15, 2024  ·  3 min read
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Unraveling the mysteries of the universe inside SLAC

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SLAC's Thomas Devereaux named AAAS Fellow

Devereaux was honored for contributions to materials science and was among seven Stanford-affiliated researchers named AAAS Fellows this year.

April 18, 2024
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SLAC on Tap

Shocking to the Core: Adventures in Earth Science

Double your pressure, double your fun! Join us for SLAC on Tap on May 9, when SLAC scientist and rock star Arianna Gleason will...

Date Thursday, May 9, 2024
5:00 p.m.  –  7:00 p.m.  PT
Location The Dutch Goose, 3567 Alameda de las Pulgas Menlo Park, CA 94025
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GEM Fellows' courage leads them on paths of self-discovery

Two determined fellows share their thoughts on representation, mentorship and staying true to themselves in STEM.

May 8, 2024  ·  5 min read
Annette Mendoza and Damion Tingle
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Illuminating the dance of RNA with ultrabright X-rays

Scientists developed a new method to unlock the secrets of RNA. The implications are wide-reaching, from better understanding diseases to designing new therapeutics. 

October 10, 2023  ·  4 min read
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Shining light on the radical production of DNA building blocks

An international team has uncovered details about the formation of DNA's building blocks, paving the way  for potential medical and therapeutic applications.

October 11, 2023  ·  3 min read
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New AI-driven tool streamlines experiments

The research reveals the potential for machine learning in understanding the complex behavior of quantum materials.

October 12, 2023  ·  4 min read
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Public Lecture

Faster! Catching up to electrons on the move

Presented by Taran Driver

Date Thursday, November 30, 2023
7:00 p.m.  –  8:00 p.m.  PT
Location SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Kavli Auditorium
Taran Driver Public Lecture
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