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 {{Organization
-|OrganizationName= Office of Basic Energy Sciences
+|OrganizationName= Office of Biological and Environmental Research
 |OrganizationType= Research and Development Agencies
-|Mission= BES aims to support fundamental research to expand the scientific foundations for new and improved energy technologies and to understand, predict, and ultimately control matter and energy at the electronic, atomic, and molecular levels.
+|Mission= BER aims to achieve a predictive understanding of complex biological, earth, and environmental systems for energy and infrastructure security. It focuses on advancing knowledge in genomics, climate science, and environmental processes to address energy and environmental challenges.
 |OrganizationExecutive= Associate Director
 |Employees=
 |Budget=
-|Website= https://science.osti.gov/bes
+|Website= https://science.osti.gov/ber
-|Services= Materials science; Chemical sciences; Geosciences; Biosciences; Accelerator and detector technology
+|Services= Climate research; Genomic science; Environmental systems; Biological user facilities
 |ParentOrganization= U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science
 |CreationLegislation=
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-'''Office of Basic Energy Sciences (BES)''' is a program within the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, dedicated to advancing fundamental research in the physical, chemical, material, and biological sciences that underpin new energy technologies. BES supports research that seeks to understand and control matter at its most basic levels.
+'''Office of Biological and Environmental Research (BER)''' is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, dedicated to advancing research in biological, atmospheric, and environmental sciences. BER's initiatives are crucial for understanding climate change, enhancing bioenergy, and managing environmental impacts of energy production.
-{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://science.osti.gov/bes}}
+{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://science.osti.gov/ber}}
 ==Mission==
-The mission of the Office of Basic Energy Sciences is to foster fundamental research to expand the scientific basis for new and improved energy technologies and to understand, predict, and ultimately control matter and energy at the electronic, atomic, and molecular scales. This includes research into materials, chemistry, and geological processes that could lead to breakthroughs in energy efficiency and sustainability.Unknown (June 14, 2023). [https://science.osti.gov/bes "BES Homepage"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.
+The mission of the Office of Biological and Environmental Research is to support transformative science that leads to a predictive understanding of complex biological, earth, and environmental systems. This includes research in genomics to understand biological processes, climate modeling to predict environmental changes, and the study of ecosystems to address energy and infrastructure security.<ref>Unknown (February 3, 2011). [https://science.osti.gov/ber "BER Homepage"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.</ref>
 ==Parent organization==
-BES is under the [https://science.osti.gov/ U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science], which manages multiple research programs to advance scientific understanding in fields related to energy.Unknown (July 14, 2008). [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Office_of_Science "Office of Science - Wikipedia"]. Wikipedia.
+BER is part of the [https://science.osti.gov/ U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science], which oversees fundamental research programs to advance knowledge in the sciences related to energy.<ref>Unknown (July 14, 2008). [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Office_of_Science "Office of Science - Wikipedia"]. Wikipedia.</ref>
 ==Legislation==
-BES operates under the general mandate of the Department of Energy for scientific research, without specific founding legislation noted.
+BER operates under the general research mandate of the Department of Energy without specific founding legislation noted.
 ==Partners==
-* Universities for fundamental research in materials and chemistry
+* National laboratories for collaborative research in environmental and biological sciences
-* National laboratories for advanced facility use and collaborative projects
+* Universities for joint research projects
-* Industry for technology transfer and joint research initiatives
+* International research institutions for global environmental studies
 ==Number of employees==
-The exact number of employees in BES isn't publicly detailed, but it involves scientists, researchers, and administrative staff across DOE's facilities.
+The exact employee count for BER isn't publicly specified, but it involves researchers, scientists, and administrative staff across various DOE facilities.
 ==Organization structure==
-BES includes:
+BER's structure includes:
-* Materials Sciences and Engineering Division, focusing on material properties and synthesis.
+* Biological Systems Science Division, focusing on genomics, systems biology, and biotechnology.
-* Chemical Sciences, Geosciences, and Biosciences Division, covering a broad spectrum of fundamental research.
+* Climate and Environmental Sciences Division, dealing with atmospheric, terrestrial, and oceanic systems.
 ===Leader===
-BES is led by an Associate Director.Unknown (September 20, 2024). [https://science.osti.gov/bes "Basic Energy Sciences"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.
+BER is led by an Associate Director.<ref>Unknown (May 10, 2019). [https://science.osti.gov/ber "BER News & Events"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.</ref>
 ===Divisions===
-* Materials Sciences and Engineering
+* Biological Systems Science
-* Chemical Sciences, Geosciences, and Biosciences
+* Climate and Environmental Sciences
 ==List of programs==
-* Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)
+* Genomic Science Program
-* Light Source Development
+* Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) User Facility
-* Nanoscale Science Research Centers (NSRCs)
+* Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL)
 ==Last total enacted budget==
-Specific budget details for BES are not publicly detailed but are part of the DOE's Office of Science allocations.
+The specific budget for BER isn't detailed in public sources, but it's part of the DOE's Office of Science budget allocations.
 ==Staff==
-The staff of BES includes researchers, program managers, and support staff, though exact numbers are not specified.
+Staff details for BER are not publicly specified, but it includes scientists, research coordinators, and support personnel.
 ==Funding==
-BES is funded through the U.S. Department of Energy's budget, supporting research projects, user facilities, and scientific instruments development.
+Funding for BER comes from the U.S. Department of Energy's budget, focusing on research grants, facility operations, and development of new scientific capabilities.
 ==Services provided==
-BES supports fundamental research in materials science, chemistry, geosciences, and biosciences, providing access to advanced scientific facilities like synchrotron light sources, neutron scattering facilities, and electron-beam microcharacterization. This research underpins advancements in energy technologies.Unknown (October 13, 2024). [https://science.osti.gov/bes "BES Research"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.
+BER supports research in climate change, genomic science, environmental remediation, and biological systems. It operates user facilities like ARM and EMSL, where scientists can use advanced tools for studying biological and environmental systems.<ref>Unknown (February 4, 2025). [https://science.osti.gov/ber "BER Research"]. U.S. DOE Office of Science.</ref>
 ==Regulations overseen==
-BES does not oversee regulations but contributes to the scientific knowledge base that can inform policy in energy and materials science.
+BER does not oversee regulations but contributes to policy through its research in areas like climate impact assessments and environmental science.
 ==Headquarters address==
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 ==History==
-The Office of Basic Energy Sciences has been a cornerstone of DOE since its formation, evolving from research into nuclear materials to a broad spectrum of fundamental science aimed at energy solutions. Significant contributions include pioneering work in X-ray science, neutron scattering, and materials synthesis.
+BER's history dates back to the post-World War II era when it began as part of the Atomic Energy Commission's research into biological and environmental impacts of nuclear activities. Over the decades, it has evolved to address broader environmental and biological challenges, particularly those related to energy production and climate change.
 ==External links==
-* [https://science.osti.gov/bes Official Website]
+* [https://science.osti.gov/ber Official Website]
-* [[wikipedia:Office_of_Science#Basic_Energy_Sciences]]
+* [[wikipedia:Office_of_Science#Biological_and_Environmental_Research]]
-* [https://science.osti.gov/bes/About BES About Page]
+* [https://science.osti.gov/ber/About BER About Page]
-* [https://science.osti.gov/bes/Research BES Research Page]
+* [https://science.osti.gov/ber/Research BER Research Page]
 ==References==
+<references />