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By the numbers

What is SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory? The numbers tell the tale.

Hillary joined SLAC in July 2026 as the lab’s media relations lead. She works to increase the lab’s visibility among the public and other...

SLAC will be hosting two annual Regional Science Bowls for teams of Bay Area high school and middle school students in 2026.

SLAC Regional Science Bowl 2020-competition photo

Public tours are typically offered on the last two Fridays of each month. Registration for our public tours open the first Friday of every...

Tour stop at LCLS's XCS Hutch in the Far Experimental Hall

Interested in keeping up with what’s going on at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory? We have a variety of ways for you to stay connected with us.

Individual atoms and vibrations respond when a material is hit with light

Kathryn is editor-in-chief of Symmetry Magazine, a publication about particle physics and astrophysics. She has a master’s degree in journalism with a focus...

The basics

SLAC develops and deploys some of the world’s most advanced scientific tools for exploring how the universe works at the biggest, smallest and fastest scales. Here we explain how they work and the exciting discoveries they make possible.

A girl experiences static electricity from a Van de Graaff generator at a outdoor SLAC STEM Community Day event, making her hair stand on end.

Leading lab mission and vision

Find information on SLAC leaders, lab organization and mission.

Science and User Support Building to the left and Arrillaga Science Center building to the right from above the Main Quad at SLAC's campus.

SLAC’s advanced facilities, expertise in energy science and technology, and strong partnerships are breaking new ground in securing abundant, reliable energy. Visit our energy research page to learn more.