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LaserNetUS Launches Cycle 8A Call for Proposals
Proposals are due Jan. 20, 2026 by 4PM PT.
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Resource Library
News, articles, publications, and awarded experiments on high intensity laser research.
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The Power of High-Powered Lasers in National Security Applications
High-powered lasers are revolutionizing our approach to national security applications.
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LaserNetUS Looks Ahead as Coordinator Dr. Chandra Breanne Curry Steps Down
Chandra Breanne Curry steps down after nearly five years leading LaserNetUS operations.
Awarded Experiments
LaserNetUS Cycle 7
Congratulations to our successful applicants. The full list of awards is now available.
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Interdisciplinary Course “Warm Dense Matter: Concepts and Fundamentals” Offered Fall 2025
Join global experts in a 10-week program this fall to dive into the basics of Warm Dense Matter!
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LaserNetUS Facility Heads Lead APS Division of Plasma Physics
Esteemed LaserNetUS members serve in leading roles at the APS Division of Plasma Physics.
Publications
Graphical user interface algorithms to retrieve cylindrically symmetric gas jet and laser-induced plasma densities from interferograms
J. R. dos Santos, A. V. F. Zuffi, N. D. Vieira, E. P. Maldonado, and R. E. Samad. Appl. Opt. 64, 3371 (2025).
Publications
Meter-scale supersonic gas jets for multi-GeV laser-plasma accelerators
B. Miao, J. E. Shrock, E. Rockafellow, A. J. Sloss, and H. M. Milchberg. Rev. Sci. Instrum. 96, 043003 (2025).
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LaserNetUS Now Hosts Job and Internship Postings
Stay current with the latest job and other postings hosted by LaserNetUS!
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LaserNetUS and NSF ZEUS Laser Facility Forge Strategic Partnership for Co-Located Annual Meetings
LaserNetUS and the NSF ZEUS Laser Facility will co-locate their 2025 Annual Meetings in Phoenix, AZ, from July 8 to 10.
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LaserNetUS’s "Tools and Resources Library" Offers Easy Access to Documentation
The new Tools and Resources Library area of LaserNetUS's website offers detailed technical information to scientists and engineers.
Publications
Laser-driven high-resolution MeV x-ray tomography
R. Hollinger, S. Wang, S. Z. Anaraki, J. King, P. Zhang, G. Zeraouli, A. Figueroa Bengoa, M. Sheats, S. Scott, J. Heidemann, J. Hunter, Y. Wang, R. Edwards, M. Faulkner, C. Aedy, J. J. Rocca, and D. C. Gautier. Optica 12, 433 (2025).
Publications
Modeling and design of compact, permanent-magnet transport systems for highly divergent, broad energy spread laser-driven proton beams
J. De Chant, K. Nakamura, Q. Ji, L. Obst-Huebl, S. Barber, A. M. Snijders, C. G. R. Geddes, J. van Tilborg, A. J. Gonsalves, C. B. Schroeder, and E. Esarey. Phys. Rev. Accel. Beams 28, 033501 (2025).
Blog
Laser Science: Paving the Way for Advances in Laser Technology
Laser science is a field dedicated to developing lasers and their application. Here’s what’s happening in laser science and laser technology and why it matters.
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Modern Hexagon Replaces LaserNetUS Seal Logo
The traditional seal logo is now retired; the modern hexagon logo will be used exclusively, effective immediately.
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LaserNetUS Introduces "Behind the Scenes"
This initiative features short interviews with LaserNetUS members, highlighting opportunities for scientists to use the network's laser facilities for their research.
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LaserNetUS and Quantum: Making Strides in the Year of Quantum Science and Technology
LaserNetUS celebrates and supports the 2025 International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ).
Publications
Angularly resolved spectral reconstruction of x rays via filter pack attenuation
R. Fitzgarrald, J. A. Cardarelli, P. T. Campbell, S. Fourmaux, M. D. Balcazar, A. F. Antoine, N. F. Beier, Q. Qian, A. E. Hussein, B. Kettle, S. R. Klein, K. Krushelnick, Y. F. Li, S. P. D. Mangles, G. Sarri, D. Seipt, V. Senthilkumaran, M. J. V. Streeter, and A. G. R. Thomas. Rev. Sci. Instrum. 96, 023103 (2025).
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Announcing Plenary Speakers for the 2025 LaserNetUS Meeting
The stellar lineup of plenary speakers for the 2025 LaserNetUS Meeting in Phoenix, AZ, July 8-10, 2025, features prominent thought leaders in plasma physics.
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LaserNetUS Hosts Mini-Symposium at APS Joint March and April Meeting
LaserNetUS is hosting a mini-symposium "Beam Science with LaserNetUS & Other User Facilities" at the APS Global Physics Summit on March 19, 2025.
Blog
Short-Pulse Lasers Making a Flash in the Food and Beverage Industry
Short-pulse lasers are a sophisticated technology with many potential applications in the food and beverage industry. Here’s how they can be used!
Publications
Compact in-vacuum gamma-ray spectrometer for high-repetition rate PW-class laser–matter interaction
G. Fauvel, K. Tangtartharakul, A. Arefiev, J. De Chant, S. Hakimi, O. Klimo, M. Manuel, A. McIlvenny, K. Nakamura, L. Obst-Huebl, P. Rubovic, S. Weber, and F. P. Condamine. Rev. Sci. Instrum. 96, 023102 (2025).