Advanced Light Source (ALS)

The Advanced Light Source (ALS) is a cutting-edge research facility that produces incredibly bright and precise beams of ultraviolet and X-ray light. Scientists use this powerful light to examine materials at the atomic and molecular levels, aiding discoveries in medicine, chemistry, physics, and biology. By uncovering the structure and behavior of complex substances, ALS helps develop new medicines, advanced materials, and innovative technologies. Located at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, it serves researchers worldwide, providing insights impossible with traditional microscopes or imaging tools.