Today at Berkeley Lab

Early Career Spotlight: CRD’s Mueller Thinks Outside the Box for Big Science

October 15th, 2018

Juliane Mueller, a research scientist in the Computational Research Division, is developing an “optimization algorithm” toolset that pinpoints which variables of a “black box” simulation model will churn out the most realistic data in less time. Her work is supported by an Early Career Laboratory Directed Research and Development Award announced last November. More>

Hispanic Heritage Month: A Spotlight on Luis Alvarez and LANA ERG

October 15th, 2018

The Lab’s Luis Alvarez won the 1968 Nobel Prize in physics for his discovery of “resonance states” within the nucleus of an atom, made possible by using hydrogen bubble chambers and data analysis. Alvarez is one of many scientists who share a Hispanic background. His tradition of excellence at the Lab continues through LANA (Latinx and Native American Association), one of the Lab’s Employee Resource Groups. More>

Lab Launches New Conflict Resolution Services Program

October 15th, 2018

Workplace conflict can look like healthy collegial disagreements that generate the next great discovery, or unhealthy disputes that lead to diminished job satisfaction, productivity, or team cohesion. Today (Oct. 15), the Lab’s Human Resources Division is introducing its new Conflict Resolution Services Program designed to help resolve potentially disruptive conflict at the earliest possible stage. More>

Red Cross Blood Drive on October 18

October 15th, 2018

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Liver Awareness Month. Staff are encouraged to give blood during the Lab’s next donation drive on Thursday, Oct. 18, in support of cancer and transplant patients. The Bloodmobile will be in the cafeteria parking lot from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Go here to schedule an appointment (sponsor code “LBL”). Save time by using RapidPass. Walk-ins welcome if space is available.

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