Laboratory Information:
Argonne National Laboratory
9700 South Cass Avenue
Building 201
Argonne, IL 60439
Website: http://www.anl.gov
Technology Transfer Website: http://www.anl.gov/techtransfer
Agency/Department: Dept. of Energy
Region: Midwest
FLC Laboratory Representative:
Ms. Cynthia Wlodarski
Phone: 630-252-7694
Fax: 630-252-5230
Email: weso@anl.gov
Background/History of the Laboratory:
Argonne National Laboratory, one of the
U.S. Department of Energy's oldest and largest national laboratories for
science and engineering research, employs roughly 3,200 employees, including about 1,000 scientists
and
engineers, three-quarters of whom hold doctoral degrees. Argonne's annual operating budget of around
$630
million supports upwards of 200 research projects. Since 1990, Argonne has worked with more than
600
companies and numerous federal agencies and other organizations.
Mission of the Laboratory:
The mission of the Laboratory is to apply
a unique mix of world-class science, engineering and user facilities to
deliver innovative research and technologies. We create new knowledge that addresses the most important
scientific and societal needs of our nation.
Facilities:
Argonne scientists and engineers carry out both fundamental
and applied scientific projects and maintain a
number of large scientific user facilities that enhance research, especially projects that use hard
X-rays and
advanced computers. User facilities include:
Technology Transfer Mechanisms:
- Some of the most innovative technology transfer at Argonne involves collaborative projects with industry. There are many types of contractual agreements to meet these needs. Please contact TDC at 800-627-2596 for further information.
Technology Areas of Expertise:
- Energy
- National Security
- Biological and Environmental Systems
