Creating Materials and Energy Solutions

Our Mission:

Ames Laboratory creates materials, inspires minds to solve problems, and addresses global challenges.

Our Vision:

The Ames Laboratory will be our Nation's premier research institute in critical areas of condensed matter science, its related technologies, and the strategic applications of advanced materials.

Our Core Values:

EXCELLENCE:
We are recognized for world-class research, nurturing excellence in science, education and people.

PEOPLE:
Our people are the core of our success.

SAFETY:
We demonstrate that safety and world-class research go hand in hand.

INSPIRATION:
We inspire future generations by exciting them about science.

AGILITY:
We adapt with agility to new opportunities and the changing needs of society.

INNOVATION:
We link fundamental science of matter with application to create technological innovation.

COLLABORATION:
We are singularly focused on applying a multidisciplinary approach to the discovery, design and invention of new materials. We foster collaboration globally.

Ames Laboratory Core Values Postcard (PDF)