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The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a multiprogram
science and technology laboratory managed for the
U.S. Department of Energy by UT-Battelle, LLC. Scientists and
engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and
development to create scientific knowledge and technological
solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas
of science; increase the availability of clean, abundant energy;
restore and protect the environment; and contribute to national
security.
ORNL also performs other work for the Department of Energy,
including isotope production, information management, and
technical program management, and provides research and
technical assistance to other organizations. The laboratory is a
program of DOE's Oak Ridge Field Office.
Website: "http://www.ornl.gov/"
[Summary provided by ORNL]
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