Cracking the code to soot formation
The longstanding mystery of soot formation, which combustion scientists have been trying to explain for decades, appears finally solved, thanks to research led by Sandia.
Sandia engineer receives top honor
Sandia researcher Brandon Heimer has been selected to participate in the National Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) 24th annual U.S. Frontiers of Engineering symposium. The academy called Brandon one of 84 of the nation’s “top-notch” engineers performing exceptional engineering research and technical work in a variety of disciplines.
Cutting it short
Diseases currently considered incurable could one day be eliminated with a single injection. New gene-editing technologies can cut disease out of a person’s DNA, but they aren’t safe to leave in the body for long, so Sandia scientists have developed a test to quickly, accurately and simultaneously screen thousands of molecules for their ability to shut down DNA-cutting proteins.
Researchers discover new source of formic acid over Pacific, Indian oceans
Insights from experiments at Sandia designed to push chemical systems far from equilibrium have led an international group of researchers to discover a new major source of formic acid over the Pacific and Indian oceans.
Q&A with the ALD: Looking into Associate Labs Director Dori Ellis’ crystal ball
Jules Bernstein recently caught up with Associate Labs Director Dori Ellis to get her thoughts on where Division 8000 has been in the last year and where it’s going. Dori reflected on the first year of NTESS management, expected growth at the California site and aspects of Sandia culture she’d like to preserve.
Florida gator savors watermelon
Sandia has a special allure for manager and University of Florida alumnus Marie Kane. The national security mission, engaging work, friendly culture and excellent work/life balance are all factors that brought Kane not once, but twice to Sandia’s door.
Operation Backpack expands reach to Moffett Air National Guard
For the fifth year, Sandia/California has rallied to give children of local military families a stellar start to the school year. The Operation Backpack team initially aimed to collect 150 backpacks filled with school supplies. By the end of the campaign, Sandia had far surpassed that number, collecting backpacks and supplies for 202 students.
Sandia researchers named Combustion Institute fellows
Sandia researchers Robert Barlow and Jacqueline Chen are among 125 members who have been named inaugural fellows of the Combustion Institute.
Computer science educator garners 2018 Sandia Excellence in Teaching Award
Miguel Baez, Granada High School computer science teacher, has earned the 2018 Sandia National Laboratories Excellence in Teaching Award for his innovative teaching methods and devotion to his students.
Diesel doesn’t float this boat
Marine research could soon be possible without the risk of polluting either the air or the ocean, thanks to a new hydrogen fuel cell ship design and feasibility study led by Sandia. Hydrogen fuel cells have existed for decades, but the feasibility of a hydrogen-powered research vessel has never been studied or proven. Until now.