You may have learned from media reports that although Congress ran out of time to pass the twelve appropriations bills that fund the federal government, it did pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) that will fund the government at Fiscal Year 2020 levels through December 11, 2020. Generally, new programs and increases in funding are prohibited under a CR, although there are specific exceptions for … [Read more...]
DOE’s Science and Technology Matrix: Collaborating with International Researchers while Protecting U.S. Interests
Collaborating with international researchers is at the heart of what we do at the Lab, and as a taxpayer-funded institution, it is our responsibility to continue that collaboration in a manner that continues our spirit of openness while protecting the economic interests of the United States. The Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced the Science and Technology (S&T) Matrix in order to … [Read more...]
Questions about the New Communications Policy? Check out the Virtual Office Hours
Coming in August will be a series of virtual office hours where you'll be able to consult with Strategic Communications with any questions on the new Berkeley Lab External Communications and Media Interactions Policy. The sessions will include an overview of the policy and a walk-through of resources available. Click on a date to add the event to your calendar: August 5, 12-1pm August … [Read more...]
Guidance for Employees Engaging in Political Activities
Lab employees are free to engage in political advocacy as individuals, but should be aware of the prohibition on engaging in political activities at work or by using any Department of Energy or University of California assets, resources, or space to conduct and aid political activities. In the Lab's pursuit of science solutions as part of a taxpayer-funded institution, it is the responsibility of … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions: Updated March 24 @ 9 a.m.
The Lab is in a safe and stable operations mode at this time. Employees who can continue to contribute to the Lab's mission safety are expected to do so. The vast majority of us will telework; many of us already are. The goal is to reduce our physical presence on-site as much as possible to keep it safe for those who have no choice but to be on site. Some individuals, working with their line … [Read more...]