From Trenches to Telescopes: The Evolution of Brookhaven National Lab

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Adults
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Journey through the compelling history of Brookhaven National Laboratory in From Trenches to Telescopes, a program tracing its transformation from the World War-era military training ground Camp Upton to a world-renowned center for cutting-edge scientific research. This program explores the lab’s roots in the early 20th century, its pivotal role during and after World War II, and its emergence as a hub for groundbreaking discoveries in nuclear physics, energy science, and particle research. Learn how a once-military site became a beacon of innovation that continues to shape our understanding of the universe. 

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