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Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate FY20 Program Execution Plan

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ENERGY AND PHOTON SCIENCES

DIRECTORATE

FY20 Program Execution Plan


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Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1

2.0 Overview ............................................................................................................................ 1

2.1 Supporting Facilities ........................................................................................................ 1

2.1.1 National Synchrotron Light Source-II (NSLS-II) ....................................................... 1

2.1.2 Center for Functional Nanomaterials .......................................................................... 1

2.2 Supporting Programs ........................................................................................................ 2

2.2.1 Chemistry .................................................................................................................... 2

2.2.2 Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science ...................................................... 2

2.2.3 Interdisciplinary Sciences ............................................................................................ 2

3.0 Directorate Strategic Goals .............................................................................................. 2

3.1 Strategic Focus Areas ....................................................................................................... 2

3.1.1 Cross-cutting Quantum Information Science (QIS) Materials Science Program ........ 2

3.1.2 Materials Sciences ....................................................................................................... 2

3.1.2.3 Chemical Sciences and Biological Science ................................................................. 3

3.1.3 National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) ........................................................ 3

3.1.4 CFN ............................................................................................................................. 4

4.0 Major Scientific and Technical Thrusts and Growth Opportunities ........................... 4

4.1 Cross-cutting QIST Materials Science Program .............................................................. 4

4.1.1 Quantum Materials Synthesis for Next-Generation Quantum Information Science ... 4

4.1.2 Quantum Materials: ..................................................................................................... 4

4.1.3 Chemical Sciences and Biological Science: ................................................................ 4

4.1.4 NSLS-II: The Nation’s Brightest Synchrotron Expands the Frontiers of Science ..... 5

4.1.5 Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) ............................................................... 5

5.0 Situational Analysis – Internal Challenges and Issues .................................................. 5

6.0 Organizational Performance Targets ............................................................................. 7

6.1 Lab Agenda/PEMP:.......................................................................................................... 7

6.1.1 QIST ............................................................................................................................ 7

6.1.2 Quantum Materials ...................................................................................................... 7

6.1.3 Energy Storage ............................................................................................................ 8

6.1.4 Chemical and Biological Sciences .............................................................................. 8

6.1.5 NSLS-II .......................................................................................................................... 9

6.1.6 CFN .............................................................................................................................. 10


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6.1.7 SPP ............................................................................................................................... 11

6.2 Inclusion and Diversity .................................................................................................. 11

6.3 ES&H Targets and Objectives ....................................................................................... 13

7.0 Funding and Resources .................................................................................................. 16

7.1 Funding/FTEs ................................................................................................................. 16

7.2 Org Burden Rates – FY18 and FY19 ............................................................................ 16

7.3 Program Development / LDRD’s ................................................................................... 17

Appendix A: Organizational Chart ...........................................................................................19 Appendix B: External Situational Analysis/Strategies for Growth and

Diversification ......................................................................................................20 Appendix C: Organization Assessment Plan/IOP ...................................................................43 Appendix D: Energy and Photon Sciences Gender and Ethnicity Statistics .........................44


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1.0 Introduction The Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate has developed this Program Execution Plan (PEP) in accordance with the Integrated Planning Management System and Business Planning and Performance Measurement Subject Area.

This plan reflects the initial key process of performance measurement namely, establishing objectives and targets through the development of a Business Plan or Program Execution Plan (PEP) for S&T organizations.

This PEP: • identifies long-term organizational strategic goals, as well as establishes the objectives and

performance expectations (targets) for EPS for the fiscal year • provides a basis for budget decisions through a more explicit discussion of resource needs and

associated outcomes • articulates to all, including the Director, Policy Council members, and organizational staff,

what the EPS organization believes is important to accomplish and why, including how the organization will support the Laboratory’s strategic goals (Laboratory Agenda and Critical Outcomes)

• serves as the basis for organizational performance measurement, which includes monitoring and associated assessment activities

• provides a framework for staff performance measurement and feedback acting as basis for the Level 1 manager’s performance appraisal goals, with appropriate elements incorporated within the performance appraisal goals for Level 2 and Level 3 managers within the organization

2.0 Overview The Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate is working to solve grand challenges in energy that will create solutions and security for the nation’s energy system. Advances in basic science are the underpinning of transformational discoveries that rely on Brookhaven’s data-driven research, cutting-edge synchrotron science, and leadership in energy science through real-time study of working conditions in applicable energy materials (see Appendix A- Organizational Chart).

Supporting Facilities 2.1.1 National Synchrotron Light Source-II (NSLS-II) NSLS-II is one of the most advanced tools for discovery class science in condensed matter and materials physics, chemistry, and biology – science that ultimately will enhance national and energy security and help drive abundant, safe, and clean energy technologies. NSLS-II offers scientists from academia and industry the ability to make major advances in materials that will enable new energy technologies such as nanocatalyst-based fuel cells, solar energy, high temperature superconductors, electrical storage systems, and more.

2.1.2 Center for Functional Nanomaterials The CFN explores the unique properties of materials and processes at the nanoscale. The CFN is a user-oriented research center whose mission is to be an open facility for the nanoscience research community and advance the science of nanomaterials that address the nation's energy challenges. CFN hosts a broad range of nanoscience research in such diverse fields as efficient catalysts, fuel cell chemistries and architectures, and photovoltaic components.


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Supporting Programs 2.2.1 Chemistry The Chemistry Division scientists conduct basic and applied research in the chemical sciences with an emphasis on new energy conversion pathways. Primary research subjects include catalysis and electrocatalysis for sustainable fuel synthesis and use, solar energy conversion to fuels, fundamental gas and condensed phase molecular dynamics, radiation chemistry, and advanced chemical separations for energy applications. 2.2.2 Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science The field of CMPMS integrates the knowledge and tools of chemistry and physics with the principles of engineering to understand and optimize the behavior of materials, as well as to create new and improved materials to help fulfill the missions of the Department of Energy. The researchers of the Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science Department study basic, theoretical and applied aspects of materials, their utilization, and their electronic, physical, mechanical, and chemical properties in relation to their structure 2.2.3 Interdisciplinary Sciences The Interdisciplinary Sciences Department finds alternatives to fossil fuels and improves energy efficiency to meet our exponentially growing energy needs over the next century and beyond. The department focuses research on energy storage such as solid-state hydrogen storage and lithium batteries, renewable energy and grid integration, energy conversion, and long-term integrated energy, environmental, and economic analysis. 3.0 Directorate Strategic Goals The vision of the Directorate is to integrate our expertise, ideas, and facilities to focus on select timely goals in Materials and Chemical Sciences in support of the DOE mission in Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST), Energy Storage Materials, Chemical Sciences, and Physical Biosciences. These goals leverage the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) and Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) user facilities and unique departmental capabilities, such as the Accelerator Center for Energy Research (ACER) and the OASIS system, integrating oxide molecular beam epitaxy, angle-resolved photoemission, and spectroscopic imaging scanning tunneling microscopy.

Strategic Focus Areas 3.1.1 Cross-cutting Quantum Information Science (QIS) Materials Science Program Utilize program collaborations and external partnerships with universities and industry to address challenges in materials science from noise-driven qubit decoherence to transduction of quantum information; envision building qubits using next-generation QIS materials, such as topological and two-dimensional heterostructures. Teams from CFN, Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, and NSLS-II are working with researchers from industry and universities who bring expertise in qubit science that is complemented by BNL’s strengths in materials science. 3.1.2 Materials Sciences 3.1.2.1 Quantum Materials: Study candidate quantum materials and their attendant exotic quantum phenomena for the next generation of QIS, leveraging the capabilities of OASIS to prepare, and characterize


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heterostructures supporting topological excitations as the materials basis of next-generation quantum computers; explore topological superconductivity in the iron-based high-temperature superconductors as a possible host for Majorana fermions; leverage past groundbreaking work on chiral materials to develop the science of novel quantum sensors and new platforms for qubits.

3.1.2.2 Energy Storage In partnership with Stony Brook University, understand, predict, and control the mechanisms of electrochemically active materials for energy storage toward scalable electrical energy storage systems. This is enabled by rapid data acquisition at NSLS-II, which allows probing active systems in operando and capturing kinetic effects.

3.1.2.3 Chemical Sciences and Biological Science Develop leadership in fundamental research to support rational design of chemical and biological processes for DOE mission goals, focused on sustainable energy conversion and chemistry in extreme environments. The research makes strong use of the in situ and operando capabilities at NSLS-II and CFN and of time-resolved chemistry studies at ACER. 3.1.2.4 Catalysis Science Seek understanding to enable rational design of complex multicomponent catalysts for conversion of C1 compounds to higher value chemicals and sustainable fuels, utilizing catalysis expertise and capabilities for multimodal in situ studies and control of the evolution of catalysts to steer their chemistry in real-world processes. Aim to build predictive tools for catalysis in complex environments using integrated theoretical efforts and Computational Science Initiative (CSI) data science methods.

3.1.2.5 Solar Photochemistry Establish the science for the design of molecular Artificial Photosynthesis (AP) components for efficient light capture and photochemical catalysis to enable solar-to-fuels devices, utilizing collaborations with CFN, leveraging NSLS-II capabilities, and developing new capabilities at ACER.

3.1.2.6 Chemistry in Extreme Environments Address the need for a stronger scientific basis for design of dramatically improved molten salts for envisioned nuclear reactors utilizing the Molten Salts in Extreme Environments Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC).

3.1.2.7 Physical Biosciences Understand plant enzymatic, regulatory, and metabolic networks related to the capture, conversion, and storage of carbon for optimal energy storage in seeds and vegetative tissues. This is pursued through research in enzymology, intracellular transport, regulation and modeling of carbon, and energy conversion and storage in plants. Strengthen efforts to understand the structural basis for the specificity of biosynthetic enzymes and regulation of lipid and phenylpropanoid metabolism, exploiting NSLS-II capabilities, upcoming cryo-EM, and CFN imaging capabilities. 3.1.3 National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) 3.1.3.1 Provide reliable, state-of-the-art synchrotron photon science capabilities that extend and complement those in the rest of the DOE complex.

3.1.3.2 Advance the development of world-leading capabilities to serve the scientific community and to improve efficiency and delivery, particularly for the emerging needs of high data, multimodal, and operando X-ray studies.


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3.1.4 CFN 3.1.4.1 Provide essential capabilities for the research community and nanoscience leadership, especially in synthesis by assembly, x-ray nanoscience, and characterization of nanomaterials in operando conditions.

3.1.4.2 Conduct research and develop instruments for accelerating nanomaterials discovery, using autonomous platforms to uncover links between synthetic pathways, materials structure, and functional properties. 4.0 Major Scientific and Technical Thrusts and Growth Opportunities Successful implementation of the EPS Strategic Plan will involve cultivating and strengthening our existing programs as well as focused strategy and investment in our growth areas.

Cross-cutting QIST Materials Science Program Building and strengthen the unique facilities at OASIS & NSLS-II.

4.1.1 Quantum Materials Synthesis for Next-Generation Quantum Information Science Apply expertise in synthesis-by-assembly to the challenges of designing the next-generation materials for Quantum Information Science.

4.1.2 Quantum Materials: Study candidate quantum materials and their attendant exotic quantum phenomena for the next generation of QIS, leveraging the capabilities of OASIS to prepare, and characterize heterostructures supporting topological excitations as the materials basis of next-generation quantum computers; explore topological superconductivity in the iron-based high-temperature superconductors as a possible host for Majorana fermions; leverage past groundbreaking work on chiral materials to develop the science of novel quantum sensors and new platforms for qubits.

4.1.3 Chemical Sciences and Biological Science: Develop leadership in fundamental research to support rational design of chemical and biological processes for DOE mission goals, focused on sustainable energy conversion and chemistry in extreme environments. The research makes strong use of the in situ and operando capabilities at NSLS-II and CFN and of time-resolved chemistry studies at ACER.

4.1.3.1 Catalysis Science Seek understanding to enable rational design of complex multicomponent catalysts for conversion of C1 compounds to higher value chemicals and sustainable fuels, utilizing catalysis expertise and capabilities for multimodal in situ studies and control of the evolution of catalysts to steer their


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chemistry in real-world processes. Aim to build predictive tools for catalysis complex environments using integrated theoretical efforts and CSI data science methods.

4.1.3.2 Solar Photochemistry Establish the science for the design of molecular AP components for efficient light capture and photochemical catalysis to enable solar-to-fuels devices, utilizing collaborations with CFN, leveraging NSLS-II capabilities and developing new capabilities at ACER.

4.1.3.3 Chemistry in Extreme Environments Address the need for a stronger scientific basis for design of dramatically improved molten salts for envisioned nuclear reactors utilizing the Molten Salts in Extreme Environments EFRC.

4.1.4 NSLS-II: The Nation’s Brightest Synchrotron Expands the Frontiers of Science

4.1.4.1 Provide reliable, state-of-the-art synchrotron photon science capabilities that extend and complement those in the rest of the DOE complex.

4.1.4.2 Advance the development of world-leading capabilities to serve the scientific community and to improve efficiency and delivery. Particularly for the emerging needs of high data, multimodal, and operando X-ray studies.

4.1.5 Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) 4.1.5.1 Provide essential capabilities for the research community and nanoscience leadership, especially in synthesis by assembly, x-ray nanoscience, and characterization of nanomaterials in operando conditions. 4.1.5.2 Conduct research and develop instruments for accelerating nanomaterials discovery,

using autonomous platforms to uncover links between synthetic pathways, materials structure, and functional properties.

5.0 Situational Analysis – Internal Challenges and Issues Issue Driver/Condition Summary

Maintain Operations During COVID-19 Pandemic

Federal, DOE, NYS and Suffolk County metrics and measures

Minimize operations and user program impacts within staffing limits

LOB Build Outs Incorporating changes from Chapter 24 of the Financial Management Handbook revision in planning and funding work.

More projects and increased competition for available funding may impact schedule. COVID impacts to ongoing work.

LBMS Build Out Maintain schedule despite COVID related impacts

User Facility Designation by BER Navigating the request and approval process

10 CFR 851 Compliance Maintaining compliance to new requirements

New procedures and training still coming online for staff and subcontractors. Some hiccups


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Issue Driver/Condition Summary should be expected due to learning curve.

Work Planning and Control Improvement Plan

Improvement actions coming from WPC Assessment expected to be addressed throughout FY20

Evaluating whether improvement action translate to increased operational discipline is still to be determined

S&T Matrix

New rules will have a significant impact on our ability to collaborate with foreign users and companies

Early understanding of new requirements, their implementation and exception processes and associated timeframes will be key in navigating this area

Security*: new FV&A rules, Export Control, and the new restrictions/limits on foreign collaboration

New rules will have a significant impact on our ability to sustain our own staff, programs, support our users and complete HEX and future construction projects. An early example is the SC Wiggler for HEX and the limited numbers of suppliers worldwide that can build such a device. The infrastructure investment, approval of new ways of managing OUO and/or classified experimental review, set-up, and data-segregation and analysis will be challenging.

Early understanding of new requirements, their implementation and exception processes and associated timeframes will be key in navigating this area

Power Costs It is crucial that NSLS-II and BNL maintain the TCCs that have underwritten our (low) electric power rates

Leadership must stay aware and cultivate the relationships that are needed to detect potential NYS policy shifts (and intervene if necessary) to maintain our favorable position

Staffing Knowledge transfer/succession In addition to the “aging workforce” effects, NSLS-II will be increasingly tapped for expertise to support EIC development.

Inclusion and Diversity Becoming the employer of choice will be a heavy lift both internally (due to I&D initiatives needing significant soak time to impact/change years of non-I&D based staffing) and externally (due to location, cost of living, lack of public transportation and lack of on-site childcare and immigration restrictions)


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Issue Driver/Condition Summary ROCO The drive for cost reduction

from BES is conflicting with our ability to adequately staff RSMs for the new lab spaces and adopt RSM-type deployment of staff to reduce burden on Lead Beamline scientists

*Significant Policy Issue

6.0 Organizational Performance Targets Lab Agenda/PEMP:

Organizational objectives that support the SC Ten-year Laboratory Plan are summarized in this section. Detailed FY20 activities and owners are outlined in the FY19 Lab Agenda and PEMP (https://intranet.bnl.gov/agenda/). Progress against specific actions and milestones are reviewed and assessed three times per year with BSA management, BHSO and DOE-HQ.

6.1.1 QIST 6.1.1.1 Develop new synthesis and characterization approaches accelerated via artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics for QIS. Pursue intelligent discovery and design of silicon-based superconductors with favorable QIS properties 6.1.1.2 Design and build the Quantum Material Press for processing and stacking atomically-thin 2D materials into heterostructures with interfaces advantageous for QIST

6.1.1.2.1 Design and develop modules for Quantum Material Press for synthesis of next-generation QIS materials by layered assembly

6.1.1.2.2 Strengthen collaborations with Harvard, MIT, and Princeton in QIS materials

6.1.2 Quantum Materials 6.1.2.1 Develop a unique portfolio of materials science and engineering research for evolution of current programs and growth of new ones.

Provide an updated strategic plan for the materials research portfolio supported by the Basic Energy Sciences (BES) Materials Sciences and Engineering (MSE) Division. The plan should address BNL’s unique capabilities, the context with respect to the broader research community, staff and portfolio evolution, and prioritization of future growth, recognizing budget considerations [BES PEMP Objective 3.1 Notable Outcome]

6.1.2.2 Maintain leadership in strongly correlated electron quantum materials through the utilization of core facilities and critical instruments 6.1.2.2.1 Promote synergistic collaborations with the beamlines at NSLS-II

6.1.2.2.2 Design, build, and start operations of the low temperature Scanning Tunneling Microscope (STM)


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6.1.2.2.3 Exploit the capabilities of the OASIS system (FY20+): 6.1.2.2.3.1 Ascertain the fundamental properties of quantum materials and their suitability for energy technologies (FY20+).

6.1.2.2.3.2 Conduct advanced interfacial studies of potential topological superconductors.

6.1.2.2.3.3 Utilize the UED probe to better understand the role of degrees of freedom in quantum materials.

6.1.2.2.3.4 Deliver impactful science to advance the research objectives of the Center for Computational Design of Functional Strongly Correlated Materials and Theoretical Spectroscopy, including strong integration with exascale computing —as measured by the FY 2020 annual report [BES PEMP Objective 1.1 Notable Outcome]

6.1.3 Energy Storage 6.1.3.1 Develop an internationally recognized program with a portfolio of energy storage research activities. 6.1.3.1.1 Complete milestones for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Office-funded programs on time and as expected

6.1.3.1.2 Deliver compelling science from the Center for Mesoscale Transport Properties (m2M)

6.1.3.1.3 Engage with DOE Technology Offices regarding future BNL opportunities for research related to energy storage systems for transportation and integration with the electric grid

6.1.2.1.4 Engage potential industrial partners in research projects on energy storage at BNL

6.1.2.1.5 Exploit BNL facilities to advance operando and in situ study of energy storage systems

6.1.4 Chemical and Biological Sciences 6.1.4.1 Advance the DOE mission in chemical- and bio-sciences in selected areas that build upon leadership, and leverage the Lab’s flagship facilities and unique capabilities 6.1.4.1.1 Strengthen the scientific research and expand the user community for ACER: Continue LDRD funding through FY21 and engage BES Chemical Sciences, Geosciences, and Biosciences (CSGB) program management for future joint appointment (JA) 6.1.4.1.2 Execute the strategic plan for the BES-CSGB research portfolio by obtaining FY20 LDRD funding for synergistic research projects between artificial photosynthesis and physical biosciences programs

6.1.4.2 Characterize materials in an extreme environment using the NSLS-II, ACER, and ORNL Spallation Neutron Source

6.1.4.2.1 Deliver impactful science from the “Molten Salts in Extreme Environments” Energy Frontier Research Center, as measured by the FY 2020 mid-term review and annual report, research publications and highlights, and participation in periodic conference calls [BES PEMP Objective 1.1 Notable Outcome


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6.1.4.3 Further develop in situ and operando capabilities that exploit advanced X-ray capabilities at NSLS-II and electron microscopy at CFN

6.1.4.3.1 Develop a DOE-funded program in advanced operando methods and data science in catalysis by FY21

6.1.5 NSLS-II 6.1.5.1 Routinely operate at 500 mA of beam current

6.1.5.1.1 Deliver 400 mA of beam current in 97% reliability

6.1.5.1.2 Conduct studies at 500mA

6.1.5.1.3 NSLS-II will complete its fifth year of operations in FY 2020; NSLS-II management should assess its progress in achieving the key design goals for accelerator performance including routine top-off operation at 500 mA, horizontal/vertical emittances of 0.6/0.008 nm-rad respectively, and commensurate high brightness operation. By the end of first quarter FY 2020, NSLS-II should provide BES detailed plans and milestones to achieve these goals [BES PEMP Objective 2.3 Notable Outcome]

6.1.5.2 Deliver additional superconducting radio frequency (RF) cavities to enhance NSLS-II operating current and reliability. Maintain progress to install third RF cavity in the storage ring in FY20

6.1.5.3 Increase reliability of operations of NSLS-II accelerator systems

6.1.5.3.1 Carry out improvement projects focused on increasing reliability of NSLS-II cryo-plant (FY21)

6.1.5.3.2 Complete analysis of the NSLS-II accelerator DIW system and devise an improvement plan (FY21)

6.1.5.4 Build six new NSLS-II beamlines to fill the capability gaps

6.1.5.4.1 Complete Preliminary Design Review for Bragg Coherent Diffractive Imaging

6.1.5.4.2 Execute the NEXT-II project scope in compliance with DOE Order 413.3B. Advance toward CD-1: Approve Alternative Selection and Cost Range during this performance period [BES PEMP Objective 2.1 Notable Outcome]

6.1.5.4.3 Identify one funding opportunity for a new beamline from a non-BES sponsor

6.1.5.5 Develop detector capabilities that enable a broad research portfolio. Advance NSLS-II strategy for detector R&D and design

6.1.5.6 Design, build, and deliver the New York State (NYS)-funded High Energy X-ray (HEX) beamline for energy storage research. Complete Preliminary Design Review for HEX

6.1.5.7 Design, build, and deliver the Materials in a Radiation Environment (MRE) Beamline. Obtain CD-0 for MRE.


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6.1.5.8 Establish the Laboratory for Biomolecular Structure (LBMS) with cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) capabilities

6.1.5.8.1 Complete selection leading to recruitment for a lead scientist to manage the cryo-EM facility [BER PEMP Objective 3.2 Notable Outcome]

6.1.5.8.2 Start construction of the cryo-EM building and take beneficial occupancy

6.1.5.8.3 Take delivery of the Screening Microscope

6.1.5.8.4 Build two support laboratories for microscope operations

6.1.5.9 Transition beamlines to general user operations

6.1.5.9.1 Complete the Frontier Infrared Spectroscopy/Magnetospectroscopy, Ellipsometry, Time-Resolved Infrared Spectroscopy (FIS/MET) beamlines

6.1.5.9.2 Transition six beamlines to general user operations

6.1.5.10 Provide state-of-the-art laboratories for NSLS-II users. Complete build-out construction and begin research operations in Laboratory Office Building (LOB) 4 and 5 laboratories

6.1.5.11 Upgrade the Proposal Allocation Scheduling and Safety (PASS) System. Select proposal management software; develop Implementation Plan

6.1.5.12 Develop a new data acquisition and management platform. Develop prototype data storage facility at CSI.

6.1.5.13 Complete the multi-lab Value Engineering Analyses on beamline development. Deliver two reports

6.1.5.14 Develop capabilities at NSLS-II to host work requiring enhanced security measures. Publish and begin implementing an NSLS-II Security Plan

6.1.5.15 Develop an integrated cohesive approach for determination of the needs and selection of the next beamline capabilities to enable a broad research portfolio in collaboration with the other four Light Sources and user community. Develop an integrated strategy for detector R&D and design for the five DOE Light Sources

6.1.6 CFN 6.1.6.1 Advance leading research and facility development for nanomaterial synthesis by assembly

6.1.6.1.1 Combine AI algorithms, physical simulations, material processing, and characterization to direct autonomous material discovery

6.1.6.1.2 Explore non-equilibrium assembly methods and hybrid synthesis to enable functional nanomaterials

6.1.6.1.3 Advance a general assembly platform for inverse design of hierarchically-organized 3D nanomaterials


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6.1.6.1.4 Develop and deploy automated synthesis-by-assembly of complex biomaterials and nanomaterials

6.1.6.2 Develop and employ new, advanced capabilities for in situ and operando nanoscience

6.1.6.2.1 Pilot projects to integrate theory, computation, and data analytics to enhance operando experiment

6.1.6.2.2 Enhance electron microscopy and surface science capabilities

6.1.6.3 Ensure a high-quality user experience and operate as a world-leading nanoscience user facility

6.1.6.3.1 Provide leadership on the Nanoscale Science Research Center (NSRC) Recap project by coordinating the actions among the NSRCs to advance toward CD-1: Approve Alternative Selection and Cost Range in compliance with DOE Order 413.3B during this performance period [BES PEMP Objective 2.1 Notable Outcome]

6.1.6.3.2 Enhance the facility internet presence, including updates to the proposal system, webpage, publicity, and social media

6.1.7 SPP 6.1.7.1 Continue to serve current major SPP sponsors, with the goal of future SPP growth and diversification (NYS)

6.1.7.2 Develop strategy needs and technical approach for establishing dedicated microelectronics imaging

6.1.7.3 Pursue programs for life sciences investigations that combine user facilities with cryo-EM capability

6.1.7.4 Pursue new programs for development of energy applications using BNL’s unique capabilities in superconducting materials and catalysts

6.1.7.5 Pursue new programs for development of new applications of tools and technologies to enable the efficient operation of electricity markets

6.1.7.6 Pursue new programs in advanced materials, biofuel end use, combustion, and system concepts to develop advanced technical solutions to achieve reduced fossil fuel use in geothermal power and building energy applications

6.1.7.7 Establish a center of excellence for Advanced Manufacturing (AM), synergistically applying material analysis and artificial intelligence to achieve failure prediction evaluations of structural components and performance characterization of functional components and new materials

Inclusion and Diversity EPS will continue to advance the goal of creating an environment within the directorate and the broader Brookhaven Lab organization where everyone comes to work every day feeling that they are an empowered and respected member of a team that can do or support great science. Further,


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by creating a welcoming, empowering, and inclusive work environment, ALL members of the staff have an opportunity to contribute to the directions and decisions within the directorate regardless of factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, age, cultural background so that a diverse workforce becomes an integral part of the directorate. Each week the EPS I&D council will meet to advance and monitor activities that support:

• Facilitate Hiring of a Diverse Workforce in EPS • Facilitate Advancement of a Diverse Workforce • Facilitate Retention of a Diverse Workforce in EPS • Create an Inclusive Workplace Where All Voices Are Heard • Create/Enhance Mechanisms to Communicate Staff Concerns to Management • Identify and Adopt Best Practices from Institutions with Sustainable Records of I&D

Success

Specific goals for FY20 include: 1. All staff will identify an I&D goal and include it as part of their performance appraisal. 2. Initiate EPS implementation of SBMS Hiring Process including evolution of job

descriptions for age-race-gender neutral wording and development of a Recruiting, Hiring and On Board Plan (RHOP).

3. Enable policies and practices to positively impact gender and ethnicity statistics (see Appendix D).


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ES&H Targets and Objectives


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FY2020 NSLS-II EMS/WS&H Goals These goals were collected through review of the FY20 PEMP and the FY20 Business Plans from SHSD, EPD, RCD, and ESH along with consideration for NSLS-II facility objectives for 2020. Continued from 2019: 1. Implement institutional OHSAS 18001 and Worker, Safety, and Health program changes.

Status: Closed. BNL will no longer pursue OHSAS registration. No other international standard implementation will be implemented. Instead, BNL will continue to implement the SBMC Program Description and Subject Areas Pertinent to worker safety and health.

2. Support beneficial occupancy of the cryo-EM building. Status: Ongoing. Beneficial occupancy is completed for one of four rooms in the building. This is the room needed for the first microscope where installation is progressing.

New for 2020:

1. Coordinate and collaborate with NSLS-II ES&H Manager to walk through assigned facilities and discuss and provide solutions to issues and concerns. Minimum of two engagements per quarter. Status: Ongoing. Walkthroughs are progressing (ESRs, Tier I’s). Stiegler updates the SHSD Business Plan to document progress.

2. Provide oversight and independent review and testing to ensure that Credited Control and Personnel protection Systems (PPS) are configuration controlled and maintained in accordance with the Accelerator Safety Envelope.


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Status: Ongoing. PPS certification is ongoing and tracked within an NSLS-II database. Certification checklists are completed and kept in the NSLS-II Document Center. Safety System Work Permits (SSWPs) are generated for work with configuration-controlled components. Completed SSWPs are kept in the Control Room.

3. Provide support for the installation and readiness review for the third RF cavity at NSLS-II. Status: Ongoing. Installation of the third RF cavity is scheduled for December 2020. This goal will proceed into the 2021 fiscal year.

4. Support the design and fit out of new NSLS-II laboratories. Status: Ongoing. ESRs and CMS updates for chemical transfer to the new spaces are in progress. Beneficial Occupancy Readiness Evaluations and Operational Readiness Evaluations are in progress.

5. Conduct safety oversight for HEX beamline hutch construction and equipment. Status: Ongoing. A HASP was developed and approved. Work planning with an ESH site presence is ongoing.

6. Support the BNL Industrial Hygiene Corrective Action Plan development and implementation. Status: Ongoing. ESRs are under evaluation to capture qualitative and quantitative chemical exposure risk analyses for input to the 851 baseline section of the BNL HVT system.

7. Support BNL efforts to return the MIRP facility to operations. Status: Ongoing. Considerable effort has been directed at development of the MIRP SAD, ASE, and Readiness Plans. The SAD and ASE have been submitted to BNL management for review and submission to BHSO.

8. Support NSLS-II efforts to progress towards 500 mA operation. Status: Ongoing. RCD radiation surveys have been completed for the front ends at 500 mA.

9. Provide ESH support to the MIE project (ARI/SXN, CDI) including preparation of the CD-1 documentation. Status: Ongoing. The NEPA document is complete. ISM and QA plans are in development. CD-1 is scheduled for 08/2020.

10. Update the NSLS-II Safety Basis Documentation and obtain LESH and BHSO approvals. Status: Ongoing. Both the SAD and ASE revisions are near complete. Submission to the Laboratory Environment, Safety, and Health is expected at the end of April 2020.

11. Participate in employee engagement survey working groups and assist with the implementation of actions to improve staff motivation and morale. Status: Ongoing. ESH staff is engaged with both the EPS directorate and the NSLS-II department working groups. The NSLS-II report is complete and submitted to the Director. The EPS report is out for review and will soon be submitted to the ALD.

Additional Suggested Goals:

1. Assess water treatment chemicals used in small cooling units to identify if TTA is present. If so, work with EPD to evaluate replacements.


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2. Identify commonly used chemical (or other) products that are candidates for replacement by bio-preferred alternatives. Identify owners that can test bio-alternatives for effectiveness. If adopted, report results back to ECR supervisor.

3. Develop beamline specific electrical safety requirements for bringing systems to zero energy before disconnecting or working on exposed conductors.

7.0 Funding and Resources

Funding/FTEs

Org Burden Rates – FY18 and FY19


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Program Development / LDRD’s LDRD’s


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Program Development

CURL Projects


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Appendix A: Organizational Chart


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Appendix B: External Situational Analysis/Strategies for Growth and Diversification


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Appendix C: Organization Assessment Plan/IOP Open Actions from IOPS

Scheduled Assessments


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Appendix D: Energy and Photon Sciences Gender and Ethnicity Statistics

Gender Count:

Ethnicity:

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