UChicago to host experts for panel on the Higgs boson particle discovery
The University of Chicago will host a panel of experts from UChicago, Argonne National Laboratory and the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory on Thursday, Feb. 7, who will discuss the discovery of the Higgs boson particle. In their discussion, titled “Critical Mass: How the Higgs Boson Discovery Swept the World,” the scientists will explain what caused such a stir around the world and why non-scientists should care.
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Scientists Turn Toxic By-Product Into Biofuel Booster
Engineered enzyme increases output of alkanes, possible replacement for key component of gasoline.
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Obama Honors Sidney Drell with National Medal of Science
SLAC Deputy Director Emeritus Sidney Drell was one of 12 distinguished researchers to receive the National Medal of Science on Friday, Feb. 1, for his work in quantum physics and service as a science adviser on national security and intelligence.
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No (Brain)power Outage at a Competition Like No Other
Winners for the third week of the National Science Bowl have been determined. See the finalists, and return for future updates here:
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Biofuels Blend Right In
Researchers Show Ionic Liquids Effective for Pre-Treating Mixed Blends of Biofuel Feedstocks.
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It Still Smells A Lot Like – Christmas?
A new instrument from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory provides unprecedented insights to aerosol particles.
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Illuminating the Dark Universe
The pursuit of dark matter and dark energy is one of the most exciting—and most challenging—areas of science. Now researchers think they’re beginning to close in.
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The Second Week of A Competition Like No Other has Concluded
New Finalists for the National Science Bowl have been determined. See the winners, and return for future updates here:
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New Research Will Help Shed Light on Role of Amazon Forests in Global Carbon Cycle
Berkeley Lab scientists devise new tools for detecting previously unknown tree mortality.
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Brookhaven Lab Physicist Receives Technological Innovation Award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Expert design of precision detectors for research in physics, medicine, and more.
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ORNL research paves way for larger, safer lithium ion batteries
OAK RIDGE, Tenn., Jan. 23, 2013 — Looking toward improved batteries for charging electric cars and storing energy from renewable but intermittent solar and wind, scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed the first high-performance, nanostructured solid electrolyte for more energy-dense lithium ion batteries.
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A Competition Like No Other has Begun
The first National Science Bowl regionals have been decided. See the winners, and return for future updates here:
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