Colleagues, As a result of a shelter-in-place order for all residents of six Bay Area counties that goes into effect at midnight tonight, we are standing down the Lab’s research and operations and reducing our onsite staffing level to the minimum number of people needed for critical research, infrastructure, and systems continuity. We will remain in stand-down status until the public health order … [Read more...]
March 15 COVID-19 Update: Curtailed Operations, HR FAQs, Basic Lab Services
Dear Colleagues, As Mike shared with you late Friday, Berkeley Lab is transitioning to curtailed operations at all Lab sites by close of business Thursday, March 19, and we are preparing to remain in a curtailed operational state for 30 days. These are the steps we’re taking now for the safety of our community both at the Lab and more broadly. We understand that this guidance will change as the … [Read more...]
Lab to Transition to Curtailed Onsite Operations by Close of Business Thursday, March 19
Dear Colleagues, By close of business Thursday, March 19, Berkeley Lab is transitioning to curtailed operations at all Lab sites. We are preparing to remain in a curtailed operational state for 30 days. This will be evaluated on a daily basis, and we will keep you updated. At this time, we do not have a presumed or confirmed case of COVID-19 on Lab sites. However, as the number of cases rises in … [Read more...]
Staff Share Stories of Inspiring Women in Their Lives
To help celebrate Women's History Month 2020, Lab employees discuss women who have had an impact on their life. Want to add your story? Go here. Diego Novoa Graduate Student Physical Sciences Area Honoring His Mother Sheila Dyer My mom is the strongest woman, and indeed probably the strongest person, that I know. She has always been my supporter and advocate. She constantly encourages me to … [Read more...]
Lab-Sponsored Events Status Report
These in-person events have been canceled, suspended, postponed, or moved online primarily due to COVID-19 concerns. For guidance on planning an event or changing the status of an event, please consult these lab FAQs. Questions? Send an email to communications@lbl.gov. Note that this is not a comprehensive list: March: ALS, Berkeley Lab public tours — Canceled for month of March March 12: A … [Read more...]