In the last year since ALS-U received approval of mission need (CD-0) from DOE, we’ve made a lot of progress. I’d like to share some updates with you as well as offer opportunities for our users to engage in the next phases of the project. Read more »
Updates & Announcements
ALS-U Science Workshop Report Now Available
The report from the January 2017 workshop, “Solving Scientific Challenges with Coherent Soft X-Rays,” is now available for download. The report details scientific challenges that ALS-U will address early on and identifies the instruments and tools essential for taking full advantage of ALS-U’s capabilities. Read more »
Explore the ALS in 3D and Virtual Reality
Ever wondered what’s under the ALS dome and inside the accelerator tunnels powering our light source? Now you can explore the ALS from your computer or don a VR headset (even something as simple as a Google Cardboard) and find out! Read more »
Enter the ALS “Science as Art” Competition: September 18 Deadline
Do you have an artistic eye? Enter your scientific images or photographs that show the aesthetic side of ALS x-ray data and instrumentation in the ALS “Science as Art” competition. The competition will be judged at the upcoming User Meeting, but anyone can enter. Read more »
September 2017 Call for General User Proposals
The User Office is accepting new General User Proposals (GUPs) from scientists who wish to conduct research at the ALS in the January–July 2018 cycle. The deadline for submissions is September 6, 2017. Read more »
Early Registration for 2017 User Meeting Ends Sept. 18
Discounted early registration ends Monday, September 18, for the 2017 ALS User Meeting, which will take place October 2–4 at Berkeley Lab. The ALS Users’ Executive Committee (UEC) and meeting organizers have assembled a full program featuring news from DOE, keynote talks, and science highlights, as well as 13 focused workshops, a student poster “slam,” and the presentation of awards at the annual banquet. To register and view the draft agenda and logistical information, visit the User Meeting webpage. Read more »
ALS User Marie Jackson Featured on Science Friday
Marie Jackson (pictured center, with ALS scientists Nobumichi Tamura and Camelia Stan), an ALS User from the University of Utah, was recently featured on Science Friday. She discussed her work on understanding crystal growth in Roman concrete (featured in this month’s science brief) with host Ira Flatow. Listen to the segment. Read more »
Deadline Extended: Nominations for the 2017 ALS User Meeting Awards
The deadline for nominations for the 2017 ALS User Meeting awards has been extended to July 31. Consider putting forward an individual (or team) who has made a significant contribution to the scientific and/or user support programs at the ALS. The online nomination forms are on the UEC website together with a description of each award. Read more »
Director’s Note: Roger Falcone Stepping Down as ALS Director
“After more than 10 years as ALS Director, I will be stepping down later this year to return to teaching and research on campus. Berkeley Lab will soon begin the process of searching for a new ALS Director, and my plan is to be here until new leadership is identified.” Read more »
Register Now for the 2017 ALS User Meeting: October 2–4
Registration is now open for the 2017 ALS User Meeting, which will take place October 2–4 at Berkeley Lab. The ALS Users’ Executive Committee (UEC) and meeting organizers have assembled a full program featuring news from DOE, keynote talks, and science highlights, as well as 13 focused workshops, a student poster “slam,” and the presentation of awards at the annual banquet. To register and view the draft agenda and logistical information, visit the User Meeting webpage. Read more »
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