Effort to improve the next generation of gravitational wave detectors includes atomic studies of new and better coatings for LIGO’s mirrors at SSRL.

Analysis of data from the BaBar experiment rules out theorized particle’s explanation for muon mystery.

SLAC engineer Knut Skarpaas designs some of physics’ most challenging machines, finding inspiration in unexpected places.

Around the world, scientists and non-scientists alike celebrated the first international Dark Matter Day.

The cryogenic plant responsible for keeping LCLS-II’s superconducting linear accelerator at just a few degrees above absolute zero recently received its first warm helium compressors.

In October, SLAC installed the first of LCLS-II’s cryogenic “feed caps” and “end caps.”

Remarkable cryo-EM images that reveal details down to the individual atom will yield new insights into why high-energy batteries fail.

Cross sections tell physicists how likely particles are to interact in a given way.

He is recognized for his numerous contributions to the advancement of accelerator physics, community service and education.

The astrophysicist is recognized for her leadership, mentorship and innovative work in understanding how galaxies form.