A mysterious package. A silent explosion. And a phone call that would change the course of forensic science forever. In this gripping first part of our series, we trace the origins of the Forensic Science Center at Lawrence Livermore National Lab through a decades-spanning investigation that began with the Unabomber and grew into a global hub for solving the most complex scientific mysteries. From moon rocks to murder cases, drug overdoses to nuclear smuggling, meet the scientists who turn microscopic clues into courtroom evidence. -- Big Ideas Lab is a Mission.org original series. Executive Produced by Levi Hanusch.Sound Design, Music Edit and Mix by Daniel Brunelle. Story Editing by Daniel Brunelle. Audio Engineering and Editing by Matthew Powell. Narrated by Matthew Powell. Video Production by Levi Hanusch. Guests featured in this episode (in order of appearance): Brian Andresen, Founder and Former Director, Forensic Science Center, LLNLArmando Alcarez, International Programs Lead, Forensic Science Center, LLNLBrought to you in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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Polymer Enclave
At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, engineers and scientists are reimagining the way critical components for the U.S. nuclear stockpile are designed, tested, and produced. In this episode, we explore the Polymer Enclave - a groundbreaking collaboration with the Kansas City National Security Campus that has slashed production timelines from years to months. Discover how this partnership is transforming national security manufacturing through rapid innovation, real-time collaboration, and a culture shift that’s changing the future of defense technology.-- Big Ideas Lab is a Mission.org original series. Executive Produced by Levi Hanusch.Sound Design, Music Edit and Mix by Daniel Brunelle. Story Editing by Daniel Brunelle. Audio Engineering and Editing by Matthew Powell. Narrated by Matthew Powell. Video Production by Levi Hanusch. Guests featured in this episode (in order of appearance): Robert Maxwell, Program Director, Manufacturing and Materials Transformation, LLNLJessica Bailey, Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Kansas City National Security CampusBrought to you in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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Quantum Computing
What if scientists could use the peculiar world of quantum mechanics to design solutions once thought impossible - changing how we build, heal, and communicate?At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, researchers are developing quantum systems that could help us do just that. These machines think differently, tapping into the strange rules of quantum mechanics to simulate atomic interactions, unlock new materials, and reveal hidden patterns in nature. In this episode, we’ll explore how quantum computers work, why they need to be colder than deep space, and what it will take to bring their full potential to life.-- Big Ideas Lab is a Mission.org original series. Executive Produced by Levi Hanusch.Sound Design, Music Edit and Mix by Daniel Brunelle. Story Editing by Daniel Brunelle. Audio Engineering and Editing by Matthew Powell. Narrated by Matthew Powell. Video Production by Levi Hanusch. Guests featured in this episode (in order of appearance): Yaniv Rosen, Group Leader for the Quantum Coherent Device Physics Group, LLNLKristi Beck, Director, Livermore Center for Quantum ScienceBrought to you in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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AI at the Lab
Artificial intelligence is transforming how science is conducted at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. From accelerating drug discovery to optimizing complex experiments, AI is helping researchers work faster, smarter and with greater precision. Today we’ll explore how scientists are using Cognitive Simulation - an AI-driven approach that combines physics, data, and machine learning - to model the real world.-- Big Ideas Lab is a Mission.org original series. Executive Produced by Levi Hanusch and Lacey Peace.Sound Design, Music Edit and Mix by Daniel Brunelle. Story Editing by Daniel Brunelle. Audio Engineering and Editing by Matthew Powell. Narrated by Matthew Powell. Video Production by Levi Hanusch. Guests featured in this episode (in order of appearance): Brian Spears, Director of the AI Innovation Incubator, LLNLKelli Humbird, Group Leader, Computational Physics, LLNLBrought to you in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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Jupiter Laser Facility
From fusion experiments to cancer-fighting tech, the Jupiter Laser Facility is where bold ideas meet billion-watt lasers. In this episode, we go inside the lab where students and scientists alike get hands-on with some of the most powerful laser systems on Earth - turning science fiction into real-world breakthroughs, one laser shot at a time.-- Big Ideas Lab is a Mission.org original series. Executive Produced by Levi Hanusch and Lacey Peace.Sound Design, Music Edit and Mix by Daniel Brunelle. Story Editing by Daniel Brunelle. Audio Engineering and Editing by Matthew Powell. Narrated by Matthew Powell. Video Production by Levi Hanusch. Guests featured in this episode (in order of appearance): Félicie Albert, Director, Jupiter Laser FacilityElizabeth "Liz" Grace, High Energy Density Science Center Fellow, LLNLBrought to you in partnership with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
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