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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is launching a second iteration of its Laser Optics Workshop to address a critical skills gap following the National Ignition Facility's fusion ignition milestone. With 40% of last year's cohort comprising internal staff, the program prioritizes upskilling existing employees while maintaining open enrollment for local students and community members. This initiative highlights a strategic shift toward internal workforce development to sustain operations for the world's largest optical instrument.

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40% of Last Year’s Workshop Participants Were LLNL Employees

Quantum ZeitgeistMay 28, 20263 min read

LLNL & Las Positas College’s Laser Optics Workshop returns, fueled by demand from facilities like the National Ignition Facility.

Forty percent of participants in last year’s Laser Optics Workshop were employees of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, revealing a substantial internal effort to bolster expertise at the home of the world’s most energetic laser and largest optical instrument. The National Ignition Facility, which recently achieved fusion ignition, is driving increased demand for skilled laser and electronic optics…

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