2011 | U.S. DOE Office of Science (SC)

Persistence and the Power of Discovery

AMS experiment launched aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

Scientists Create World’s Smallest Battery

Effort yields insights that could improve battery performance.

Using DNA to Build Nanomaterials

Scientists use complementary strands of synthetic DNA to build functional materials from the bottom up. Future applications include biosensors, optical nano-devices, and new kinds of solar cells.

DOE's Dr. Brinkman and Secretary Chu Honor National Science Bowl® Winners

Some of the most intelligent students from across the country were honored at the 2011 National Science Bowl® award ceremony, featuring keynote speaker Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Steven Chu.

National Science Bowl® 2011 Finals

The 21st National Science Bowl® (NSB) is being held in Washington, D.C. April 28th-May 3rd. Stay updated on the competition through the NSB Journal, Facebook or the new SmartPhone Mobile application!

Good Earths and Rare Earths

Researchers at the Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory are nurturing green shoots from good soil all year around.

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Spring Air and Science

Innovations spring forward on Earth Day.

Life at the Frontiers of Energy Research Video Contest

View the winners of the Energy Frontier Research Centers video contest and vote for your favorites to win the People's Choice Award.

Slowing Down Time and Contracting Space to Build Better Machines

Scientists are applying one of Einstein's theories in a new way to advance the techniques for modeling particle accelerators.

One "Cool Tool" That's Helping Repair Your DNA

With the arrival of spring, many families are dusting off their tools to make some home improvements. It's worth remembering that nature also has some pretty cool tools as well.

National Science Bowl Regional Results Are In! Watch Video Footage from the Competitions

Video clips from the regional science bowls show students' enthusiasm and passion for science.

Beyond Silicon: Cutting the Costs of Solar Power

New method of fabricating semiconductors from gallium arsenide promises more affordable solar power, improved semiconductor devices.