LCLS (Linac Coherent Light Source)

The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) is a cutting-edge scientific instrument that produces extremely bright and short pulses of X-ray light. Located at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, it uses powerful electrons accelerated to nearly the speed of light, which then generate X-rays when passing through special devices. These intense X-ray flashes allow scientists to see the structure of molecules, atoms, and materials at the atomic level in real time. The LCLS enables breakthroughs in fields like chemistry, biology, and physics by providing detailed insights into the tiny world that makes up everything around us.