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Mark your calendars to hear Kristin Burnum-Johnson speak at the inaugural Predictive Phenomics conference (April 29 to May 1, 2025) in Richland, Wash.: https://bit.ly/495OiMo Burnum-Johnson is a senior scientist and leader of the Functional and Systems Biology science area at the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL). Read about Burnum-Johnson's work at EMSL: https://bit.ly/4cDqWOp The theme of the 2025 Predictive Phenomics conference, organized by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL, is Advancing Molecular Science for the Characterization and Manipulation of the Phenome. The conference will consist of keynotes, invited talks, poster sessions, PNNL tours, and a forum for scientists to present research on approaches to study the molecular basis of biological function with a vision to better understand and predict how genomes interact with their environment to produce phenomes.

William Petersen joined the U.S. Army in April 2001. Seeking an opportunity to learn new skills, he chose to become a combat medic specialist. Life would soon change drastically. In the middle of his training, the events of September 11, 2001, shifted the global landscape. Billy found himself on the front lines, assigned to the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii as part of the 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Golden Dragons." His first deployment in 2002, a peacekeeping mission in Bosnia-Herzegovina, introduced him to the realities of military service and the essential role of a medic in maintaining soldiers' well-being. Soon, he'd be deployed to Iraq, where he served 14 challenging months as part of a quick reaction force, navigating missions across the country often at a moment's notice. "The thing that I look back on that gives me a feeling of satisfaction is remembering the lives I saved in and out of combat," Billy says. "I'm blessed to have the knowledge, experience, and ability to know what to do in a life-or-death situation." ?????? After an additional year with the National Guard, Billy earned a bachelor's degree in information technology from the University of Phoenix and another in environmental science from Washington State University Tri-Cities. With career support from veteran representatives at WorkSource, he joined PNNL as a post-bachelor's research associate in our Earth and Biological Sciences Directorate. Currently, he works with the Molecular Observation Network (MONet) at the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL), a user facility located on our Richland, WA campus. Billy's work on projects involving X-ray computed tomography (XCT) on soil cores allows him to fulfill his commitment to a broader mission of scientific discovery.

Deadline today for students and postdocs to apply to attend the MONet Community Science Meeting at the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory. Travel assistance is available. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4fDXha3

The Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL) is seeking a post-masters research associate focused in the area of mass spectrometry-based omics in biological, chemical, and environmental research. This research associate will be responsible for aiding in the advancement and development of the ever-expanding omics suite and advancing the goals of multiple EMSL integrated research platforms. The individual will be expected to prepare and analyze a variety of biological samples for mass spectrometry imaging and other mass spectrometry applications. Apply by Nov. 25: https://bit.ly/4ezOk0c Pay Range: Minimum Pay Range: $67,800.00/Yr. Maximum Pay Range: $78,500.00/Yr.

Opportunity alert for advanced undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdocs! Submit an application by Nov. 25 to attend the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory's Molecular Observation Network Community Science Meeting (Feb. 4-6): https://bit.ly/4ftv855 ?? EMSL will cover travel expenses up to $1,250 for 10 selected participants.

With the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL)'s carbon labeling chamber, researchers perform tracer experiments that help identify active pathways within the plants. EMSL's Large-Scale Research and Facilities Integrating Collaborations for User Science (FICUS) program proposal calls, which open in January, will provide opportunities for researchers to access this chamber for their research. Connect with EMSL staff to learn how to use the chamber for your research and prepare for the upcoming call season: https://bit.ly/4eKgW7e (Photo by Andrea Starr | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory)

?? Aivett Bilbao, a computational scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL), was named a 2024 Emerging Investigator in a Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry editorial. The editorial highlights Bilbao's work, which "leverages modern AI to create advanced scientific software for interdisciplinary research spanning biology, biotechnology, and environmental sciences." Read the editorial: https://bit.ly/4fuTmME Learn about Bilbao's work at EMSL: https://bit.ly/3UVpcKh

It is with deep sadness that we share news of the passing of Dr. Jean Futrell, the inaugural director of the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL) (1999-2002). Futrell was a distinguished scientist who is considered the founder of modern mass spectrometry and whose contributions had a profound impact on the scientific community at large. As EMSL director, Futrell played a pivotal role in advancing molecular science. He was internationally recognized for his pioneering research focused on reaction kinetics and the dynamics of ions. His innovative work on ion-molecule reactions, high-energy ion-neutral, and ion-surface collisions led to significant advancements in the field. He was instrumental in the development of high-pressure chemical-ionization mass spectrometers, tandem ion-cyclotron resonance mass spectrometers, and very high-resolution Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance. His leadership and dedication earned him the title of Battelle Fellow. When Futrell retired in 2013, he was named a Battelle Fellow Emeritus. Read about Futrell's contributions to mass spectrometry in this American Chemical Society article: https://t.co/DNQtEEh3jh

Interested in learning about the Molecular Observation Network (MONet)? The Molecular Observation Network (MONet) is an open science network developed by the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL), which is housed on the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory campus. MONet's mission is to develop a continental-scale database of standardized molecular and microstructural data to advance understanding and prediction of soil organic carbon processes. The information provided by MONet is essential for advancing the accuracy of multiscale Earth system models and enabling the next generation of soil carbon research both at EMSL and within the broader user community. Read about MONet: https://lnkd.in/gtd4KXA6

Registration is open for the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL)'s Molecular Observation Network Community Science Meeting (Feb. 4-6) at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory: https://bit.ly/4ftv855 The meeting includes: ? Lectures on MONet methods and data types ? MONet data analysis training ? Presentations on how MONet advances your research ? Types of science enabled by MONet ? Discussion and opportunities to participate on MONet Community Science campaigns Deadlines for registration: ? Non-U.S. citizen deadline - December 13 ? U.S citizen deadline – January 24 To encourage in-person research collaboration, MONet will cover travel expenses up to $1,250 each for 10 graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, or advanced undergraduate students. Student applications are due by Nov. 25.