Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne targets net-zero emissions,
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Sustainability mission to lead to healthier environment
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Our People

Argonne employees are passionate about problem-solving and advancing the science and technology solutions that make our world a better place for all.

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Danny Andujar

From construction to operation and maintenance, a young Chicago veteran has his fingerprints all over a nuclear research facility at Argonne.

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Nadine Lacombe

Serving as General Counsel with over 25 years of experience practicing law, Nadine Lacombe champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace and exemplifies taking values-driven action.

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Grace Avellar

Mechanical engineering specialist Avellar oversees the successful installation and tracking of components for beamlines as part of the APS Upgrade.

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Our Science

Argonne is home to groundbreaking discoveries and transformative technologies across many science domains. Our research spans from physics and chemistry to clean energy and transportation.

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Our Research Facilities

Every year, thousands of researchers from across the country and around the globe solve complex, world-changing scientific problems at Argonne’s unique and powerful research facilities.

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Argonne by the Numbers

patents issued

since 1965

full-time employees

as of 7/1/2023

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from 10/1/2020 - 9/30/2021