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The Science of Sharing
U.S. researchers assist their recovering counterparts from Japan.
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Trapping the Light Fantastic
New solar cell design uses advanced optics and nanotechnology to maximize performance and minimize cost. Discovery moves from lab bench to initial commercial scale-up inside a year.
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Bluer Skies and Brighter Days
The U.S. and India collaborate in first long-term climate experiment.
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They Have Chemistry
DOE researchers among those recognized as world's most distinguished.
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Turning Diesel Fuel into Drinking Water
Through the process of capillary condensation, Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers are able to extract water from exhaust fumes.
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Brookhaven National Laboratory
People with an impact, and a passion for discovery.
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Critical Materials and Rare Futures
Ames National Laboratory signs a new agreement on rare-earth research.
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50 Breakthroughs by America's National Labs
What has science done for you? Check out 50 Breakthroughs from America's National Labs
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Jaguar Reveals Parkinson's Roots
Researchers at North Carolina State University have harnessed the Jaguar supercomputer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory to examine the a possible link between protein misfolding and Parkinson's disease.
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GE Uses DOE Advanced Light Sources to Develop Revolutionary Battery Technology
Company is constructing a new battery factory in Upstate New York that is expected to create 300+ jobs.
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Brookhaven Lab Captures E. coli's Sticky Fingers on Film
New snapshots of infectious microbe may show ways to slow future contagions.
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Radiance: Science and Stagecraft Come Together via Alan Alda and Marie Curie
The spotlight shines on the Emmy-winning actor's new play, and his lasting efforts in science communications.
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