Q: What is the status of the ALS? A: The Advanced Light Source (ALS) has been approved to carry out essential research with users that may help in developing therapeutics to combat COVID-19. The ALS will operate a limited number of beamlines to accommodate several academic and industry user groups pursuing structural biology work on non-infectious protein components of the coronavirus that causes … [Read more...]
FAQS: HR (updated March 24 at 1:00 p.m.)
Information in these FAQs is subject to change and update as new University, DOE, and regulatory guidelines are issued. Leave and Charging Time Q: I hear Administrative Leave is an option. When does that apply and who is eligible? A: The Lab’s policy for Administrative Leave for Emergencies provides paid leave to employees who are prevented from working due to a public emergency (as is … [Read more...]
Three Trending COVID-19 FAQs: March 20
Q: How will the Lab handle presumptive and confirmed cases of COVID-19? A: In the event someone tests positive and the individual reports their condition, the Lab will work with local health authorities who will investigate the extent of potential exposure and notify affected individuals. In addition, in all presumptive or confirmed cases, the Lab, in conjunction with local health authorities, … [Read more...]
Status of Site Services (updated March 17 @ 3:45 p.m.)
Lab Services During Safe and Stable Operations Operations personnel will be on call as needed during the shelter in place to assist in specific situations. Site access: Effective at 5:00 p.m. March 17, 2020, Blackberry Gate will be the main gate in operation while the Lab is in safe and stable standby status. Blackberry Gate will be open 24 hours per day. Grizzly Gate will be open Monday … [Read more...]