The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, often referred to as Berkeley Lab, is a research facility located in Berkeley, California. Established in 1931, it is managed by the University of California and is part of the U.S. Department of Energy network of national laboratories. The lab focuses on a wide range of scientific fields, including energy, environmental science, and materials science. Berkeley Lab is known for its contributions to fundamental research and technology development. It houses several major research divisions, such as the Materials Sciences Division and the Energy Technologies Area. The lab is also home to the Molecular Foundry, a facility dedicated to nanoscience research.