National Laboratories

National Laboratories
Type:	Research and Development Agencies
Parent organization:	United States Department of Energy
Employees:	40000
Executive:	Varies by Lab (Directors)
Budget:	$7.9 billion (FY 2023 for DOE Office of Science)
Address:	1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585
Website:	https://www.energy.gov/national-laboratories
Creation Legislation:	N/A (Established by DOE)
Wikipedia:	National Laboratories

National Laboratories

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Mission
To conduct world-class research in science, technology, and engineering to address national needs in energy, security, and environmental stewardship; to advance fundamental science and develop innovative solutions.

Services
Scientific Research; Technology Development; National Security

Regulations

National Laboratories (U.S. Department of Energy) are a network of federally supported research facilities that undertake advanced scientific research to solve complex challenges in energy, environment, national security, and health.

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Mission

The mission of the DOE National Laboratories is to advance scientific knowledge through cutting-edge research in various disciplines. They aim to solve national and global challenges by developing new technologies, improving energy efficiency, advancing national security, and contributing to scientific understanding in areas like physics, biology, and materials science.

Parent organization

The National Laboratories are part of the United States Department of Energy (DOE).

Legislation

The establishment of most DOE National Laboratories was not through specific legislation but through executive actions, World War II initiatives, or as part of broader DOE research agendas.

Partners

Universities for research collaborations
Private sector for technology transfer
International research entities for global scientific cooperation

Number of employees

Collectively, they employ over 40,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff.

Organization structure

Each lab has its own structure, typically including:

 *Office of the Director for leadership.
 *Research Divisions focusing on specific scientific fields.
 *Technical Support Units for facility management and operations.
 *Collaborative Research Centers for interdisciplinary projects.

List of programs

Fundamental Science Research
Applied Energy Programs (e.g., renewable energy, nuclear energy)
National Security Research (e.g., nuclear nonproliferation)
User Facilities for External Researchers

Last total enacted budget

The budget for the DOE Office of Science, which funds many of these labs, was approximately $7.9 billion in Fiscal Year 2023.

Leader

Each lab is led by a Director, appointed by DOE.

Services provided

The National Laboratories provide services through conducting research, developing technologies, providing access to unique scientific facilities for researchers worldwide, and partnering with industry to commercialize innovations. They also play key roles in workforce development, education, and public outreach in science and technology.

Regulations overseen

While the labs do not oversee regulations, they must comply with federal, DOE, and environmental regulations concerning research, safety, and security.