Oak Ridge National Laboratory | ORNL

Understanding bubbles

Simulated spheres offer insight into nuclear reactor operations
Mouth microbes

Info about new germs could help with tooth decay, gum disease
Hands-on science

ORNL is leading a team investigating the nature of matter and the universe
Vlastimil Kunc

Setting sail in the world of composites
Survival of the fittest

New production method could boost practical applications of ultrathin films
Engines—Fueling innovation

Eight percent fuel economy boost possible with new fuel conversion tech
Welding irradiated materials

Technique could be used to repair aging nuclear power plants
Revving up diesel

Supercomputer-driven chemistry models boost emissions R&D
Yarom Polsky

A long view of science and innovation
Quantum efficiency

Quantum computers will use far less energy than current supercomputers

Advanced Materials

Clean Energy

National Security

Neutron Science

Nuclear Science

We provide access to technologies, unique facilities, and cutting-edge research

Careers

The lab's staff and facilities will help you to conduct the most important science of your career.