Jacqueline Gates
Group leader of the heavy element group at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, leading experiments to create super-heavy elements and explaining accelerator and detection methods.
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Jan 18, 2026 • 26min
New elements
Join Jacqueline Gates, group leader of the heavy element group at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, and Jennifer Poore, research scientist at the same lab, as they dive into the fascinating world of super-heavy elements. They share the challenges of fusing nuclei to create new elements like element 120 and explain the intricate details of ion production and detection methods. The conversation explores the thrill of scientific discovery and the legacy pressures behind these groundbreaking pursuits, blending curiosity with real-world applications.
Dec 25, 2025 • 50min
The gift of science
Join physicists Jacqueline Gates and Jennifer Poore from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, along with author Kit Chapman. They delve into the intriguing world of super-heavy elements, discussing how they’re created and the fascinating challenges of detection. Jacqueline and Jennifer explain the complexities of ion acceleration and fusion attempts, while Kit offers a historical perspective on the geopolitical rivalries in element discovery. Together, they explore the scientific motivations and future implications of their groundbreaking work.
