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# LAWRENCE LIVERMORE NATIONAL LABORATORY

## **Science** and **Technology**  
on a **Mission**



 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 



   
 

 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, the realm of what’s possible is only bounded by the questions we’re willing to ask. Our multidisciplinary teams pursue big ideas using innovative science and technology to meet our national security mission and make the world a better place.



 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 





## Our Mission-Driven Work

For more than 70 years, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has applied science and technology (S&T) to make the world a safer place. While keeping our crucial mission-driven commitments in mind, we apply cutting-edge S&T to achieve breakthroughs in nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, energy security, defense and intelligence.





 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

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[See All Latest News](https://www.llnl.gov/news)



 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

## Our Organizations







 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

Each of our organizations provides special expertise required to excel in our national security mission. Bright minds in a variety of fields work together in multidisciplinary teams to address important national issues. At LLNL, everyone contributes to mission success.



 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

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 ### [Strategic Deterrence](https://sd.llnl.gov/)

Strategic Deterrence strengthens national security through innovations in science and engineering to sustain a safe, secure and effective nuclear deterrent. Pioneering research, engineering and technology are being applied to rebuild and modernize the stockpile.



   

 



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 ### [Computing](https://computing.llnl.gov/)

With some of the world’s most powerful supercomputers, complex simulations and leading-edge machine learning, Computing collaborates across the Laboratory and beyond.



   

 



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 ### [Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion](https://lmf.llnl.gov/)

The Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion Directorate combines world-leading high-energy-density lasers, optics and fusion science and technology capabilities, including the National Ignition Facility and the Jupiter Laser Facility, to build the future of U.S. deterrence, energy leadership and discovery science.



   

 



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 ### [Operations and Business](https://www.llnl.gov/about/organizations/operations-business)

Operations and Business provides the many services needed to run a large laboratory: Business, Environment, Safety and Health, Human Resources, Infrastructure and Operations, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Project Management Office and Security Organization.



   

 



 

 



 

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 ### [Strategic Threat Analysis and Response](https://star.llnl.gov/)

Strategic Threat Analysis and Response’s (STAR) deep expertise applies to a broad portfolio of national security challenges. From military technology to intelligence and countering weapons of mass destruction, the STAR Directorate anticipates, innovates and delivers.



   

 



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 ### [Engineering](https://engineering.llnl.gov/)

The Engineering Directorate is a collaborative, multidisciplinary organization focused on achieving scientific and engineering breakthroughs in areas vital to our national security missions — from nuclear security and deterrence to cybersecurity to renewable energy.



   

 



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 ### [Physical and Life Sciences](https://pls.llnl.gov/)

The Physical and Life Sciences (PLS) Directorate delivers scientific expertise and solutions to support the Laboratory’s missions. PLS researchers use the latest models, capabilities and technologies to tackle large and complex scientific challenges ranging from biological threats to nuclear security.



   

 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 



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## Our World-Class Facilities

LLNL’s facilities, centers and institutes promote cross-disciplinary collaboration to magnify our impact on national security and global challenges. In incubators of innovation across the Lab, specialized capabilities drive science, technology and engineering breakthroughs. Simply put, premier S&T is born here.

[Learn More About Our Facilities, Centers and Institutes](https://www.llnl.gov/science-technology/facilities-centers)



 



 

 



 

 



 

 

 

## Our Culture and Community

We strive for excellence by building multidisciplinary teams that leverage a broad range of skills, perspectives, experiences, backgrounds and ideas. Through strategic collaboration, our employees innovate solutions for the nation’s most critical challenges. Together, we create a better world.

[Learn More About Lab Life](https://www.llnl.gov/join-our-team/culture)



 



 

 



 

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## Discover Your Next  
Career Opportunity

LLNL is home to a diverse staff of professionals that includes administrators, researchers, creatives, supply chain staff, health services workers and more. Your next career opportunity is just around the corner.



[View Job Openings](https://www.llnl.gov/join-our-team/careers/find-your-job)