Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Who We Are
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) stands as the premier science and energy laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy, committed to addressing significant challenges in energy and security through innovative research and development. Leveraging its extensive expertise across a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines, ORNL assembles multidisciplinary teams equipped with cutting-edge instruments to deliver transformative solutions that hasten the transition of principles into market-ready applications. The laboratory plays a pivotal role in fulfilling DOE's core missions of scientific discovery by utilizing its state-of-the-art neutron sources for material insights, advancing high-performance computing to bolster scientific understanding, integrating research for the creation of advanced materials, and enhancing nuclear technologies for future energy needs. Through these initiatives, ORNL exemplifies leadership in clean energy technology, climate impact assessment, and the deployment of novel security solutions, positioning itself as a reliable partner in solving today’s most pressing challenges.