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The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is home to the longest linear accelerator in the world, stretching over two miles underground.
In the 1960s, experiments conducted at SLAC provided evidence for the existence of quarks, fundamental particles that make up protons and neutrons.
SLAC's Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) is one of the world's most powerful X-ray lasers, used for groundbreaking research in biology, chemistry, and physics.
SLAC is operated by Stanford University for the U.S. Department of Energy, combining academic research with national scientific goals.
Research conducted at SLAC has been recognized with multiple Nobel Prizes in Physics, highlighting its significant contributions to the field.
SLAC scientists contribute to the study of dark matter and dark energy, helping to unravel the mysteries of the universe.
SLAC hosts a variety of public art installations, integrating science and art to inspire creativity and innovation.
SLAC partners with institutions worldwide, fostering global scientific collaboration and exchange.
