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23Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory 2003 Annual Report As part of its overarching national security mission, the Department of Energy pursues research and development in areas of enduring importance to the nation. DOE mission priorities in energy and environment, bioscience, and fundamental science and applied technology are supported by Laboratory researchers. Livermore seeks challenges that reinforce its national security mission and have the potential for high-payoff results. Long-term research is needed to provide the nation with abundant, reliable energy as well as a clean environment. Livermore’s energy and environmental programs contribute to the scientific and technological basis for secure, sustainable, and clean energy resources for the U.S. and to reducing risks to the environment. Bioscience research at Livermore enhances the nation’s health and security. Projects in molecular biology, genetics, computational biology, biotechnology, and health-care research leverage the Laboratory’s physical science, computing, and engineering capabilities. Research is directed at understanding the causes and mechanisms of ill health, developing biodefense capabilities, improving disease prevention, and lowering health-care costs. Livermore also pursues initiatives in fundamental science and applied technology that reinforce the Laboratory’s strong research expertise. Many projects, sponsored by DOE’s Office of Science and other customers, take advantage of the unique research capabilities and facilities at Livermore. Other work, supported by Laboratory Directed Research and Development funding, extends the Laboratory’s capabilities in anticipation of new mission requirements. MEETING ENDURING National Needs 22 Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory 2003 Annual Report Dislocations lead to ductile failure in a simulation of copper metal under strain. Model of atmospheric dispersion in a cityscape. Model of seismic energy moving in a complex geology. Hydrodynami