A group of researchers at Argonne discovered a revolutionary diamond-like film that is generated by the heat and pressure of an automotive engine. The discovery of this ultra-durable, self-lubricating tribofilm could have profound implications for the efficiency and durability of future engines and other moving metal parts.

Environmental & Analytical Services Manager

Argonne National Laboratory’s new innovation accelerator program for science and energy entrepreneurs, called Chain Reaction Innovations, opens the application period for its first cohort.

Principal Nuclear Engineer

Argonne has teamed up with Strem Chemicals, Inc. to provide industry and the battery research community with next-generation materials that could improve energy storage. Strem has licensed 23 separate pieces of intellectual property from Argonne and will manufacture and distribute 9 battery solvents and additives.

Argonne will be working with four small businesses on nuclear technology projects under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear (GAIN).