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X-ray Free Electron Lasers: What Are They and How Do They Work?
X-ray lasers allow scientists to observe ultrafast chemical reactions and behavior of atoms in real-time. Read more to learn about this amazing technology!
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Advancing LaserNetUS Science with Enhanced Diagnostics
Discover how LaserNetUS aims to revolutionize high-power laser science with cutting-edge diagnostics! Read the newly published Data and Diagnostics Workshop Report!
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Poster Prize Winners at the 2024 LaserNetUS Meeting
We are pleased to announce the winners of the Poster Prize at the 2024 LaserNetUS Meeting, held in Austin, TX, from July 16-18.
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What is Collaborative Science? Benefits of Science Collaboration
Collaborative science is the only way to handle large scientific projects. Here are some definitions, types, and examples of collaborative science in practice.
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Kramer Akli elected as Fellow of Optica
This prestigious recognition is a testament to his outstanding contributions to research, business, education, engineering, and dedicated service to Optica and our global community.
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Plasma Acceleration: Intro to Laser Plasma Accelerators
Plasma acceleration is a process that may usher in a new age in particle acceleration. Here’s what you should know about it.
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Celebrating Kramer Akli's Election as 2024 Optica Fellow
Kramer Akli, elected as a 2024 Optica Fellow, is a distinguished figure in the field of laser-driven high-energy density plasma research and a key driving force behind LaserNetUS.
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Laser Inertial Fusion Energy: How to Make Star Power
Laser inertial fusion energy may be the key to finding the ultimate sustainable power source. Here’s the role that lasers play in making this star power.
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History of Lasers 1960 - Today's Innovations
The history of lasers is as long as it is exciting. From the early 1900s to the sub-molecular manipulation of matter, here’s a brief timeline of lasers.
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High-Power Laser Applications: Changing the World
High-power laser applications are so numerous that one could call them the pillar of the modern industry. Here’s what you didn’t know about industrial laser use.
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New U.S. Fusion Website
The U.S. Fusion Energy website was launched by The U.S. Fusion Outreach Team and produced in collaboration with a committee of fusion stakeholders.
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LaserNetUS i-USE committee launches proposal writing office hours
Starting Oct. 28, 2022, Prof. Scott Feister will host office hours on Fridays from 10 - noon Pacific to answer any questions you have about preparing a proposal for Cycle 5.
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Faculty position job openings targeting LaserNetUS research areas (2022/2023)
Check back for additional faculty job postings.
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Milestone-based Fusion Development Program (DE-FOA-0002809)
This FOA invites applications for a new milestone-based fusion development program, a key component of the bold decadal vision to accelerate fusion energy RD&D with the private sector.
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DOE announces $8.3M for HEDLP
The SC-NNSA Joint Program in HEDLP was established to steward HEDLP science within DOE.
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Winter 2022 Virtual Course "Introduction to Plasma Physics" for Undergraduate Students
Introduction to plasma physics for students with no prior knowledge of plasma physics. The class is at the level of 2nd/3rd undergraduates in physics, math or engineering. Weekly, Jan. 31 to May 2 at 12:30pm EST.
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The University of Rochester welcomes the Flash Center for Computational Science
As of October 25, 2021, the Flash Center for Computational Science officially moved from the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics of the University of Chicago to the Department of Physics and Astronomy of the University of Rochester.
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Seeking Department Head of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Colorado State University
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) within Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU) is searching for a Department Head. For full consideration, submit your application by Jan. 31, 2022.
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DOE Fusion Energy Sciences Postdoctoral Research Program
Completed applications are to be submitted by Tuesday, January 11, 2022 4pm EST
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Department of Energy Announces $6.5 Million for Research on High Energy Density Science
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science and DOE’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) announced a plan to provide up to $6.5 million to support work related to High-Energy Density Laboratory Plasmas (HEDLP).
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Chandra Breanne Curry appointed first LaserNetUS coordinator
Through her work with this nationwide program, Curry plans to make high-power laser facilities more accessible to researchers.
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HEDLP Funding Opportunity Announcement DE-FOA-0002633
Letter of Intent due Dec. 28, 2021 at 5PM EST. Applications due Feb. 16, 2020 at 11:59PM EST.
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PPPL scientists create insight into perhaps the most extreme state of matter produced on Earth
Exotic laser-produced high-energy-density (HED) plasmas akin to those found in stars and nuclear explosions could provide insight into events throughout the universe. Physicists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) have discovered a new way to measure and understand these plasmas, among the most extreme states of matter ever produced on Earth.