ALS-United is an opportunity to meet the people collaborating at the Advanced Light Source and the ALS Upgrade Project. Hear firsthand how team science enables the cutting-edge research of today and builds the facility of the future. This month, we spoke with Jordan Caddick (Project Director in Projects & Infrastructure Modernization Division) and Calvin Lau (Principal Resource Analyst). Read more »
ALS News Vol. 470
June 25, 2025
2025 User Meeting Registration is Open
August 11–13, 2025: Join us in person at the DoubleTree at Berkeley Marina for the Advanced Light Source User Meeting. Register by July 28 to take part in talks, poster slams, hands-on workshops, tutorials, and an exhibitor fair with refreshments. Read more »
A New Twist for Superconductivity in Bilayer Graphene
In a study of twisted bilayer graphene (TBG) systems, researchers found intriguing spectroscopic features in a superconducting “magic-angle” TBG—features that are absent in non-superconducting TBG. The results provide crucial information on superconductivity in magic-angle TBG for next-gen electronics and advanced energy technologies. Read more »
Multimetallic Systems Convey Cost-Effective Hydrogen Storage
A bimetallic material (Pd-Ni) produces hydrogen-active nanopockets that improve the efficiency and lower the cost of hydrogen storage systems. Mechanistic understanding of a Pd-Ni bimetallic system paves the way to design cost-effective hydrogen storage, opening new opportunities to develop reliable energy technologies necessary to advance the energy industry. Read more »
Efficient Upcycling of Plastic Waste into Useful Liquid Fuels
Researchers found a way to turn single-use plastics (e.g., grocery bags and packaging) into useful liquid fuels, like components of gasoline or diesel, without needing high heat, rare metals, or added chemicals. The work presents a promising pathway to address the global plastic waste crisis, with both environmental and economic advantages. Read more »
ALS Captures Structure of Engineered Protein, Opening New Options to Treat IBD
Researchers use the ALS to confirm the structure of an engineered immune protein that could open new opportunities to treat inflammatory bowel disease. Read more »
ALS After Dark Pours Science into the Spotlight
At the inaugural ALS After Dark, ALS friends and family got a behind-the-scenes look at the science their loved ones support. Over pizza and drinks, guests learned how researchers use Beamline 8.3.2 to visualize insect structures and plant physiology in 3D. Read more »
ALS-U Project Welcomes Two Leaders from Argonne’s Recent Light Source Upgrade
Elmie Peoples-Evans and Mark Erdmann will join the ALS-U’s leadership team as project manager and technical project manager, respectively. Both bring extensive APS Upgrade experience, strengthening management capabilities as the project enters its most complex phase. Read more »
Congratulations to Our 2025 Retirees
Eleven people from the ALS community are retiring, with more than 220 combined years of service. Thank you all for your contributions to the ALS, and congratulations on your retirement! Read more »
Springer Nature Awards for Hendrik Ohldag
Staff Scientist Hendrik Ohldag has received two awards from Springer Nature in recognition of his contributions to npj Spintronics. Congratulations, Hendrik! Read more »