Science on Tap at The Manhattan Project Today
BRADBURY News:
The Bradbury Science Museum will host “Science on Tap,” part of a new informal discussion series, at the Manhattan Project restaurant at 5:30 p.m. today, Thursday May 15.
Science on Tap is a great way to get out in the community and meet people with similar interests. The “On Tap” series is a new project from the Los Alamos Creative District and is held every Thursday with the themes “Nature on Tap” “History on Tap,” “Science on Tap” and “Art on Tap.” This event is the first “Science on Tap” discussion and will be held on every third Thursday of the month.
For this discussion, Read More
Robert Powell Appointed to LANS and LLNS Boards of Governors
Robert Powell
LANL News:
Norman J. Pattiz, chairman of Los Alamos National Security, LLC (LANS) and Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (LLNS) Boards of Governors, today announced that Robert Powell has been appointed by the regents of the University of California (UC) as an executive committee governor on the LANS and LLNS Boards of Governors, replacing William Frazer.
Powell also will chair the LLCs’ Science and Technology (S&T) Committee. His appointments take effect immediately.
“Bob is highly respected by the UC regents and President Janet Napolitano as a senior academic
WIPP Personnel Upgrading Safety Programs
WIPP News:
While attention is focused on determining the cause of the February radiological release, WIPP personnel are also upgrading WIPP safety programs and addressing issues identified by federal accident investigators following the fire and radiological event.
Experts from across the DOE complex and nuclear industry are on-site to evaluate and help improve WIPP safety, emergency management and radiological programs.
A corrective action plan for the salt haul truck fire is in development and improvements to emergency response plans are being implemented. WIPP Operations personnel Read More
Regional Coalition of LANL Communities Hosts Strategic Planning Meeting Friday
RCLC News:
The Regional Coalition of LANL Communities is hosting a Strategic Planning Meeting 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, May 16 at the Santa Fe Convention Center, Kearney Room, 201 W. Marcy St. in Santa Fe.
Those who regularly attend Coalition meetings because of their professional involvement in the region’s environmental remediation efforts, economic development and/or education efforts, are encouraged to attend Friday’s
strategic planning session. RSVP to cabral@regionalcoalition.org by Wednesday, May 14, if you plan on having lunch.
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Dr. Steven Croley Confirmed as DOE General Counsel
Dr. Steven Croley. Courtesy/wikipedia
DOE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dr. Steven Croley was confirmed by the Senate Monday as the Department of Energy’s General Counsel.
“Dr. Croley brings to the Department leadership team both extensive experience representing the interests of the United States and wide-ranging interests in energy and environmental issues,” Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz said. “I thank the Senate for approving his nomination, and I look forward to his advice and counsel. I also thank Anne Harkavy for serving as Acting General Counsel in his stead. Her leadership Read More
Latest Underground Entry Reveals More Information About Event
Photo from a townhall slide show presentation of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant. Courtesy/WIPP
WIPP News:
Workers entered the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) underground facility again Saturday to further investigate Room 7 of Panel 7, the suspected scene for the Feb. 14 radiological event.
Using a portable camera on an extender, workers were able to take pictures over the top of stacked waste containers. The photographs showed evidence of melted plastic and rubber on 55-gallon drums and standard waste boxes, indicating the production of heat likely occurred in the room. Photos are Read More
Los Alamos County Officials Meet in Washington with Key Congressional and Federal Leaders
From left, Councilor Pete Sheehey, Chair Geoff Rodgers, Sen. Martin Heinrich, Vice-Chair Kristin Henderson, and County Administrator Harry Burgess. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials commented today on their April 30-May 2 visit to Washington, D.C., to meet with key congressional and federal leaders.
Council Chair Geoff Rodgers, Vice-Chair Kristin Henderson, Councilor Pete Sheehey and County Administrator Harry Burgess represented the County in a number of meetings.
“Visiting one on one with our congressional delegation about the issues that are important Read More
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