Berkeley Lab
Berkeley Lab is a research institution focused on discovery science and solutions for clean energy and a healthy planet, hosting significant national user facilities and engaging in diverse research areas from AI to environmental sciences.
Discovery Science and Clean Energy Solutions
Berkeley Lab focuses on discovery science and solutions for clean energy and a healthy planet. The lab undertakes research involving diverse scientific disciplines to address pressing environmental and energy issues. Its initiatives aim to advance scientific understanding and create sustainable solutions for challenges related to climate change, energy efficiency, and environmental health.
Hosted National User Facilities
Berkeley Lab hosts five national user facilities: the Advanced Light Source, DOE Joint Genome Institute, The Molecular Foundry, NERSC, and Energy Sciences Network. These facilities provide researchers, agencies, and companies access to state-of-the-art equipment, advanced instruments, and resources needed for groundbreaking experimental and data-driven research. They play a pivotal role in supporting scientific innovation and collaboration on a national and global scale.
Research Areas
Berkeley Lab conducts research in various areas including AI, Math, and Data; Biosciences; Earth and Environmental Sciences; Energy Sciences; Energy Technologies; and Physical Sciences. The lab's comprehensive research portfolio encompasses a wide range of scientific disciplines aimed at advancing knowledge and developing technology solutions to improve life on Earth.
Community Engagement
Berkeley Lab actively engages in community events such as the Solano Stroll, the San Francisco Pride Parade, the Berkeley Juneteenth Festival, and Oakland’s First Fridays. These engagements reflect the lab's commitment to fostering community relations and promoting science outreach. These events provide opportunities for the public to learn about the lab's work and its impact on society.
Midday Science Cafe Series
In collaboration with UC Berkeley’s Science at Cal and Berkeley Lab’s Government and Community Relations Office, Berkeley Lab offers a virtual series called Midday Science Cafe. This series serves as a platform to share scientific advancements and research findings with the broader community. It facilitates the dissemination of knowledge and encourages public engagement with scientific topics.