About UChicago Argonne, LLC
For six decades, the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Argonne National Laboratory has excelled in conducting scientific research in support of a secure future for the nation. From Argonne's inception, the University of Chicago has managed and operated the laboratory—a laboratory that has become a scientific leader for DOE and the country. Achievements and honors earned by Argonne researchers include three Nobel Prizes, 90 R&D 100 awards, 700 national and international awards and honors, 750 patents and the start of over 30 small businesses.
The Advanced Photon Source produces the most brilliant X-rays in the Western Hemisphere.
Today, Argonne's future is even brighter.
UChicago Argonne, LLC brings the best of commercial practices and marshals the talent of Illinois' leading research universities to lead Argonne into the future. Argonne is operated by UChicago Argonne, LLC together with team member Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. This partnership underscores the University's commitment to delivering world-class research through the safe and efficient management and operation of Argonne National Laboratory.
Jacobs is one of the world's largest and most diverse providers of technical, professional and construction services globally. UChicago Argonne, LLC combines the finest scientific leadership with best management practices to support innovation and discovery at Argonne that serves the national interest.
UChicago Argonne, LLC manages the Laboratory through its Board of Governors, which consists of two dozen academic and industry leaders. The Board's Science Policy Council, which provides strategic and scientific advice, consists of the vice presidents for research of the University of Chicago and Northwestern University, the vice chancellors for research at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the University of Illinois at Chicago, and the Director of Argonne.
