National Accelerator Laboratory

The National Accelerator Laboratory, now called Fermilab, is a scientific research facility in Illinois dedicated to studying fundamental particles and forces that make up the universe. It uses powerful machines called particle accelerators to speed up particles to near light speeds and then collide them. These collisions help scientists explore the basic building blocks of matter and understand the universe’s origins. Fermilab’s work advances physics knowledge, develops new technologies, and trains scientists, contributing to our understanding of the universe and potential technological innovations.