X-ray science

Merging two powerful 3-D X-ray techniques, researchers revealed new details of a process known as metal poisoning that clogs the pores of catalyst particles used in gasoline production, causing them to lose effectiveness.

A ‘nonlinear’ phenomenon that seemingly turns materials transparent is seen for the first time in X-rays at SLAC’s Linac Coherent Light Source.

The study could help develop ways to safely transport radioactive actinium through the body to target tumor cells.

The mirrors only differ by one atom in flatness, from end to end.

The White House announced $50 million in funding for ‘Battery500’, a five year effort, as part of a package of initiatives to accelerate adoption of electric vehicles in the U.S.

The goal: Develop high-tech coatings that make the detector’s mirrors less “noisy”.

The new MFX station expands the X-ray laser’s capability and flexibility for biological studies, which are increasingly in demand at SLAC's Linac Coherent Light Source.

Before Hitomi died, it sent back X-ray data that explain how turbulent motions may prevent cooling of hot gas.

A new device at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory allows researchers to explore the properties and dynamics of molecules with circularly polarized, or spiraling, light.

The results are an important step in designing these solid-state devices for computer memories that would operate much faster, last longer and use less energy than today’s flash memory.

Manipulating electron beams of X-ray lasers with regular laser light could potentially open up new scientific avenues.