EMSL

EMSL, or the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, is a United States Department of Energy national scientific user facility located at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, Washington. EMSL provides a suite of integrated tools and expertise for research in the environmental sciences. Its mission is to advance the science of the environment at the molecular level, enabling discoveries that address critical environmental challenges.

EMSL supports research across a broad range of disciplines, including atmospheric science, subsurface science, plant and microbial science, and environmental health. Researchers from academia, government, and industry can access EMSL's capabilities through a competitive proposal process. The facility offers advanced instrumentation for microscopy, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, genomics, and bioinformatics, among others.

The laboratory plays a crucial role in understanding complex environmental processes, such as biogeochemical cycles, pollutant transport and transformation, and the interactions between the environment and human health. By providing state-of-the-art infrastructure and a collaborative environment, EMSL aims to accelerate scientific progress and foster innovation in environmental research. Its work contributes to the DOE's broader mission of ensuring national security and promoting energy and environmental sustainability.