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Aerial view of Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL)
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The annual conference for scientists who conduct research at SLAC’s light sources engaged about 350 researchers in talks, workshops and discussions.

Users meeting
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She is recognized for two decades of innovation and excellence at the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource.

Aina Cohen
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Using SLAC’s X-ray synchrotron SSRL, Wang improves fundamental knowledge about how cells communicate, which could enable the development of more effective drugs.

Xinru Wang
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The studies could lead to a new understanding of how high-temperature superconductors operate.

fluctuating charge stripes
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A new way to arrange the hard-working atoms in this part of an exhaust system could lower the cost of curbing pollution from automotive...

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Stanford researchers have made a significant advance in the development of artificial catalysts for making cleaner chemicals and fuels at an industrial scale.

Scientists create artificial catalysts inspired by living enzymes.
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The SLAC scientists will each receive $2.5 million for their research on fusion energy and advanced radiofrequency technology.

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This early-career scientist has undertaken challenging projects with significant implications for lithium-ion batteries.

Hans-Georg Steinrück
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A new twist on cryo-EM imaging reveals what’s going on inside MOFs, highly porous nanoparticles with big potential for storing fuel, separating gases and...

Images of cryo-EM equipment, CO2 molecule in cage
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A close-up look at how microbes build their crystalline shells has implications for understanding how cell structures form, preventing disease and developing nanotechnology.

Image of microbe showing areas where its crystalline shell is growing
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What they learned could help manufacturers design more reliable and longer-lasting batteries for smartphones and cars.

battery electrode damage
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For mechanical engineer Sarah Edwards, SSRL is the ultimate classic car.

photo of Sarah Edwards