Los Alamos National Laboratory

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www.lanl.gov

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Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is recognized as one of the world’s most innovative multidisciplinary research institutions, primarily dedicated to advancing strategic science on behalf of U.S. national security. A key aspect of its mission involves ensuring the safety and reliability of the nation's nuclear stockpile, encompassing significant efforts in facility upgrades, such as the Plutonium Facility (PF-4), and critical plutonium science research.

Beyond its foundational defense mandate, LANL's diverse workforce specializes in a wide array of progressive scientific, technological, and engineering disciplines. This includes pioneering work in space exploration, geophysics, and renewable energy. The laboratory is at the forefront of advanced computing, evidenced by its collaboration with partners like HPE and NVIDIA on new supercomputing systems such as Mission and Vision, and its deployment of cutting-edge AI models on platforms like the Venado supercomputer to accelerate national security-related science.

Furthermore, LANL plays a vital role in advancing quantum science and technology, contributing to quantum science centers and exploring breakthroughs in photonics with engineered quantum dots. The institution also emphasizes environmental stewardship through comprehensive wildfire preparedness and mitigation efforts, alongside regular environmental impact assessments. With its extensive research facilities and collaborative spirit, Los Alamos National Laboratory stands as a major economic driver in New Mexico and a critical hub for scientific innovation globally.

Locations

• Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Los Alamos, New Mexico