/sites/pls/files/styles/orig/public/2024-04/aeed-hero-home.jpg?itok=5tT79Nl6
/sites/pls/files/styles/orig/public/2024-04/bbtd-hero-home.jpg?itok=sYJmxxBh
/sites/pls/files/styles/orig/public/2024-04/msd-hero-home.jpg?itok=ZZRkbIGN
/sites/pls/files/styles/orig/public/2024-04/nacs-hero-home.jpg?itok=BhokGSsQ
/sites/pls/files/styles/orig/public/2024-04/phys-hero-home.jpg?itok=sJsqavyC

Physical and Life Sciences

at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Mission-driven sciences and technology advancing the security and well-being of the nation

In the news

Internships

Engage in exciting learning experiences across the spectrum of physical and life science research through paid internships.

  • Contribute to hands-on research projects
  • Work side-by-side with mentors and researchers from diverse research backgrounds
  • Expand your professional network
  • Become familiar with world-class facilities and capabilities

Learn about intern opportunities

Seaborg institute intern with their mentor.

Principal Associate Director’s Column

Glenn Fox

Glenn Fox, PLS Principal Associate Director

Maximizing the impact of our research

Sept. 9, 2025- 
It’s always exciting to connect with LLNL scientists and hear about their new research projects. And when those projects have the potential to go beyond serving our national security mission—and also address challenges facing our communities—the potential dual impact of their research is especially noteworthy. I wanted to share a few examples of these efforts, where we partner with industry...

Harnessing artificial intelligence to develop mission-focused solutions

April 11, 2025- 
Artificial intelligence (AI) is fueling innovations that affect every facet of our lives, transforming how we live, work, and solve problems. At a March LLNL event called aiEDGE for Innovation Day involving keynote talks, tool demonstrations, and workshop sessions, nearly 3,200 employees explored how AI could accelerate everything from scholarly research to experimental design to project...

Exploring the disruptive impact of climate change

Oct. 14, 2024- 
You might not expect a national security research institution to play a key role in climate science research. However, at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), scientists are making exciting advances in predicting future climate change, while also connecting that research with insights regarding how climate change is likely to impact our national security, energy security, and...

Featured video