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SpotLight highlights the people who make up Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Our magazine is available online, in PDF format and in hard copy in various buildings around the Lab, including the cafés, West Gate Badge Office, LLESA and Health Services.

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Inside this issue

Striking A Chord: From Community Roots to Bigger Stages

 

They might not be a world-class scientific breakthrough, but local music outfit Crawdad Republic is a Lawrence Livermore original nevertheless.

Meet Brandon and Dusty

Crawdad Republic

Where Every Piece Fits

Whether it’s wrangling a wall-sized jigsaw puzzle or gifting favorite sets to friends and family, Jerry Johnson gives each piece a chance.

Meet Jerry

Jerry Johnson

The Fun of Adventure Racing

Kyle Halliday can’t stop moving, whether he’s kayaking through the backwoods or orienteering in a quaint town. He’s fond of these grueling adventure races.

Meet Kyle

Kyle Halliday

Filling Your Heart

Lisa Londry shares her beloved canine friend with passengers at San Jose Mineta International Airport — it’s service with a powerful story behind it.

Meet Lisa

Lisa Londry

Work with interesting people

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory offers opportunities in a variety of fields, not just science and technology. We are home to a diverse staff of professionals that includes administrators, researchers, creatives, supply chain staff, health services workers and more. Visit our careers page to learn more about the different career paths we offer and find the one that speaks to you. Make your mark on the world!

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