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Lab Satellite Instruments Detect Nuclear Threats

Los Alamos nuclear detonation detection technologies protect the world.

http://www.lanl.gov/discover/nuclear_detonation_detection

ASPECT Plane Protects World from Toxins, Terrorism

Los Alamos' stealth airplane technology detects chemical and radioactive dangers—like a superhero vehicle but more advanced than what you see in the movies.

http://www.lanl.gov/discover/stealth_airplanes

Infrasonic Sensors Detect Silent National Security Threats

Missiles and meteors are often silent—some designed to be concealed—but Los Alamos scientist Doug ReVelle perfected a method to detect these quiet dangers.

http://www.lanl.gov/discover/hear_no_evil

New Antitoxins, Antiobiotics Battle Anthrax Terrorism

To counter the deadly effects of the anthrax pathogen, multiple approaches are being pursued by Los Alamos, including development of a life-saving antitoxin.

http://www.lanl.gov/discover/antiobiotics_battle_anthrax

Scanner Detects Concealed Threats Making Public Places Safer

Muon tomography scanner safely and rapidly detects concealed nuclear threats.

http://www.lanl.gov/discover/muon_tomography_scanner
Jim Werner

Cutting-edge innovation captures science "Oscar"

3-D Tracking Microscope radically changes cellular biology research

Teamwork is behind the prestigious award for 3-D Tracking Microscope says Jim Werner of the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies. . .

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