SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

More than 20 years ago, Stanford and SLAC launched the Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology, setting in motion a chain of events that helped bring the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) to life. On Monday, scientists and engineers reacted to the first images from the NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory, marking a historic milestone for LSST and its survey of the southern sky.

Two decades ago, Stanford and SLAC took a gamble on an unproven telescope design that had no funding, no home, and no official backing. Now, with first images in hand and full operations on the horizon, that bet is on the verge of paying off.

Wright met with SLAC staff and toured the lab’s cutting-edge facilities, diving into world-leading research in X-ray and ultrafast science, artificial intelligence, astrophysics, and more.

Leading researchers gathered at SLAC on Pellegrini’s 90th birthday to honor his scientific legacy and discuss the future of X-ray free-electron laser science.

Researchers have discovered a small molecule that restores stressed mitochondria in human cells – damage tied to diseases including Parkinson’s, diabetes, and cancer. The work, now patented, could lead to the development of new treatments.

Stanford and SLAC researchers have identified surprisingly intricate RNA-only complexes – offering inspiration for biomedical and biotechnological design.

The role focuses on identifying and realizing opportunities and strengthening the coordination and execution of science and technology initiatives.

The professor of photon science at SLAC was elected to the American Physical Society in recognition of his research on ultrafast X-ray methods.

Kam Moler, Stanford physicist and former vice provost and dean of research, has been named as Stanford University’s new vice president for SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.

The largest camera ever built for astrophysics has completed the journey to Cerro Pachón in Chile, where it will soon help unlock the universe’s mysteries.