A letter from the Labs Director

One of the many reasons I am excited to be back at Sandia Labs is right in your hands. Labs Accomplishments is a highlight of the past year. From my first days as a Sandian 30 years ago, I have eagerly looked forward to seeing the breadth of the Laboratories’ activities and marveling at the achievements.

This issue is no exception. The 2020 edition of Labs Accomplishments is overflowing with remarkable successes by the staff at Sandia Labs. From critical milestones in our key mission areas to scientific breakthroughs, from Laboratory Directed Research and Development to valuable advances in support of the mission, the work profiled on these pages demonstrates that we continue to provide “exceptional service in the national interest.” 

Sandia is fulfilling its national security missions against a wider set of threats than ever before. Our deep science and engineering foundations give us a cross-disciplinary advantage that helps solve some of the nation’s toughest problems and sustain America’s security.

In this publication, you’ll read about Sandia’s contributions to supporting the warfighter, protecting the homeland, ensuring the nation’s energy security, working with national and international partners and developing innovative approaches to cybersecurity. Our staff continues to advance best-in-enterprise leadership in safety and security, sustainability, quality and employee benefits. You can read about their latest achievements here as well.

Every Sandian plays a role in the Labs’ service to the nation. Each accomplishment is the product of a team of talented and hard-working people at the very top of their game.

So, settle in and enjoy this look at significant work performed at Sandia over the past year.

— James S. Peery, Labs Director