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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 4h

Today, we were pleased to welcome the @ukri.org IS8 Programme Directors to Diamond for discussions on supporting the UK government's Industrial Strategy, enabling businesses to access publicly funded national research infrastructure for commercial R&D and innovation.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On #WorldHeartDay, we're sharing how researchers used Diamond's DIAD beamline to explore the microscopic structure of a 3D-printed NiTi stent, revealing how it reacts under pressure. Their findings could help the development of more reliable stents in the future. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4xXG8k5

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today, we held a symposium to celebrate Professor Dave Stuart's contributions to Diamond Light Source and his key role in shaping UK and European structural biology. Find out more about his remarkable career 👉 www.diamond.ac.uk/Home/Events/2026/…

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ever wondered what it's like to work at Diamond? In our new video, you'll hear firsthand from a scientist and an electrical engineer as they share what brought them to Diamond, what their roles involve and the culture that makes it a unique place to work. Watch here 🎥👉 bit.ly/4hk6YMV

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

How can #SynchrotronScience unlock the secrets of a prehistoric artefact? Using our I18 beamline, curators from @ashmoleanmuseum.bsky.social found that the blue glass inlays of an Iron Age terret originated in Egypt, uncovering long-distance trade connections. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4y45uxr

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Did you know that Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of cases? To mark #WorldAlzheimersDay today, we asked three scientists how their beamtime at Diamond advanced their research into Alzheimer's and other dementia-causing disorders. Read their answers 👇

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Scientists from Diamond and ISIS Neutron and Muon Source have contributed to the development of the world's first open-access battery imaging library. This international collaboration was led by Imperial College London and Finden Ltd's Antonis Vamvakeros. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4y1N9Rz

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Innovation at the University of Oxford, Prof Constantin Coussios OBE, to Diamond yesterday. It was wonderful to show how collaboration between universities and Diamond can help to accelerate scientific breakthroughs with real-world impact.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

An international team of researchers used Diamond's I13-2 beamline to investigate how liquid metal solidifies in #microgravity. Their work revealed insights that could improve #manufacturing processes such as casting, welding and metal 3D printing. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4yLpDZn

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome research professionals from Turkey to Diamond today. The visit brought together representatives from Turkey's research community and experts at Diamond, providing a valuable opportunity to explore future scientific collaborations. @instruct-eric.bsky.social

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Harwell Campus' ENGINE Summit is coming up on 8 October! Speakers from Diamond include: ➡️ Prof Gianluigi Botton - CEO ➡️ Dr Adrian Mancuso - Physical Science Director ➡️ Prof Frank von Delft - Principal Scientist for the @openbind.bsky.social Consortium Register online 👉 bit.ly/4xKmZml

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Using our I18 beamline, researchers from @sheffielduni.bsky.social identified key differences between naturally corroded archaeological glass and accelerated laboratory tests. The findings will help refine models of glass durability for a range of applications. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3UTjTxJ

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Yesterday @itvnews.bsky.social aired a programme exploring the history of Harwell Campus and what goes on behind the scenes today. We're delighted to feature as one of the key scientific facilities, showing our cutting-edge technology and the research it enables. Watch here 👉 bit.ly/4xoiFc8

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

A new study using X-ray micro-computed tomography at Diamond's I13-2 beamline found that beech latewood density is linked to summer temperatures, which could offer a new way to reconstruct past climate conditions in places where conifers are scarce. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3SH6W9D

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

It was a pleasure to host a delegation from Taiwan's National Atomic Research Institute last week. The visit provided an excellent opportunity to showcase how Diamond operates and highlight the research being carried out on our I11 and I20 beamlines.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Applications to attend the Diamond-CCP4 data collection and structure solution workshop are now open! Learn all about data collection best practice from experts in the field. 📅 25 November - 1 December 2026 📍 Diamond Light Source ⏳ Apply by 11 September Apply here 👉 bit.ly/3U8aWAi

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Diamond-II milestone reached!📣 SWIFT, one of three D-II flagship beamlines, has been handed over to beamline staff. Thank you to all involved in the planning, design and construction - we're excited to see the discoveries SWIFT will enable once operational. More D-II news 👉 bit.ly/3UjaXBq

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Using our B07 and I09 beamlines, @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social researchers found that oxygen plays a greater role in energy storage than once thought. These findings could help develop next-generation battery cathodes for future electric vehicles and aircrafts. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4g0nCRd

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Prof Mark Breese, Director of SSLS, and Dr Jasbir Singh, Director of the Government Scientific Advisors Office, NRF Singapore, to Diamond earlier today. It was wonderful to show what goes on behind the scenes at Diamond and explore opportunites for future collaboration.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

A team of scientists has revealed how S. pneumoniae selectively captures the host sugar sialic acid as soon as it is released from human cells, providing new insights into how the bacterium establishes itself in the respiratory tract. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4fTnrad

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Applications for our #Tomography Workshop: HTTomo are now open! This two-day workshop will help users gain confidence in using the HTTomo reconstruction software, from building bespoke pipelines and submitting jobs to interpreting results. Apply online by Monday 7 September 👉 bit.ly/44QvbEZ

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Diamond's 16,000th paper has uncovered clues to hidden oceans on icy moons in our Solar System. Using the I11 beamline, researchers found that sodium chloride hydrates act as a geological archive of freezing conditions on ocean worlds like Europa and Enceladus. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4wqUzwY

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Last week, we held our I15-1 User Meeting for users across the community to showcase the exciting total scattering and pair distribution function science taking place in the field. The event was a fantastic chance for attendees to network and share their findings through talks and poster sessions.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Researchers used our I13-1 beamline to study the nanoscale structures of butterfly wings' vibrant colours. They suggest that 3D characterisations of nanoscale differences in material make-ups could help us better understand the diverse properties of biomaterials. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4fghy7Y

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Congratulations to Diamond's Mark Warren part of the winning team behind the @rsc.org Dalton Horizon Prize, recognised for their transformative approach to the synthesis, stabilisation and catalytic application of highly reactive transition metal complexes 👏 Read more 👉 bit.ly/4pyppkB

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

It was wonderful to welcome Didcot and Wantage MP Olly Glover to Diamond earlier today and showcase how AI is supporting innovation in science and the research sector.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Using an InfraRed microbeam at Diamond, researchers have captured the molecular changes between 3D water and 2D confined water. The findings provide direct evidence for long-standing theoretical predictions about 2D water and offer a benchmark for future studies. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4forrPD

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

It was a pleasure to host Julia Lopez MP, the Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, at Diamond earlier today.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Interested in applying cryo-ET and cryo-FIB in your research? Apply for the Wellcome-MRC in situ Cryo-ET Workshop by 19 July for in-person attendance and 25 September for online! 📅 28 September - 02 October 📍 Diamond Light Source, the Astbury Centre and online Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4wGL38Z

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Registration for Diamond's annual Serial Crystallography Workshop is now open! The workshop will cover the basics of serial crystallography and training on how to run experiments at Diamond. 📅 22-23 September 📍 Diamond 🎟️ Free ⏳ Apply by 17:00, Sunday 16 August Apply here 👉 bit.ly/44W0Lkw

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Diamond Industrial Liaison Group @diamondilo.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

How do you bridge the gap between cutting-edge science and industrial innovation? This recently published article explores the role of diamondlightsource.bsky.social's Industrial Liaison Office in supporting #industry across #pharmaceuticals, #materials, #energy and more. loom.ly/0_Oy3dw

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

A new UKRI-STFC AI project, led by the Ada Lovelace Centre, is set to transform lab-based experimental science. Bringing together experts from Diamond, STFC Scientific Computing and PSDI, the project aims to make experiments smarter, faster and more autonomous. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4wwQUxp

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

The @rosfrankinst.bsky.social, working with Diamond and @mrcharwell.bsky.social, has awarded funding to four new projects through a pump prime initiative. Supporting early-stage research, the scheme aims to foster stronger interdisciplinary science on campus. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4fsE9x9

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Researchers at Diamond have developed a laser Speckle-based Curvature Optical Metrology instrument that directly measures two-dimension surface curvature of high-performance X-ray mirrors. This will help to predict and optimise beam quality much more effectively. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4aAZW3X

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The ticket ballot is officially open for our next public open day on Saturday 24 October 2026! Enter online by 23:59 on 20 September for your chance to visit the UK's national synchrotron and learn all about the cutting-edge research from the experts themselves 👉 bit.ly/3SSR6sc

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

As an Armed Forces Covenant employer, today we mark #ArmedForcesDay alongside communities across the UK. We recognise the dedication and service of the entire Armed Forces community, from serving personnel and reservists to veterans, cadets and families.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Using high-resolution micro-CT scanning at Diamond and @esrf.fr, the Vesuvius Challenge has achieved a historic discovery in the Herculaneum scrolls, revealing new text, titles and authors unknown to history - bringing about a new era for the study of ancient history. 🔗 bit.ly/3QCbdu6

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

On #ReservesDay today, we wanted to take the opportunity to recognise and thank reservists across the UK. At Diamond, we’re proud to be a ERS Gold employer and remain committed to supporting veterans and reservists who balance their day-to-day roles with serving in the Reserve Forces.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

To celebrate #INWED26, we're shining a light on Michela Semeraro, a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer at Diamond. In this video, Michela offers insights into her day-to-day role by sharing the projects she's working on at Diamond and how they align with her overarching career goals. Watch below 👇

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Researchers at ShanghaiTech, Diamond and @ox.ac.uk have developed a new X-ray technique to capture magnetic motion in unprecedented detail, revealing how fast magnetic excitations oscillate, and how they evolve through space and time too. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4eKywdk

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Michael Fitzpatrick as the new interim Chair of the Board. Professor Fitzpatrick has served as a non-executive director of the board for the last 10 years and brings a wealth of experience to the position. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4oxisQp

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Last week, we welcomed an international group of delegates to Diamond for the QUASAR workshop. Across three days, the workshop used interactive tutorials and real-world examples to explore a wide spectrum of InfraRed applications for current, prospective and potential users.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

We were delighted to host 209 students and teachers at our schools open day last week. To kick off the visit, the groups learnt about what happens at Diamond before heading on a tour of the synchrotron to see the technology up close. Enter the ballot for the next one here 👉 bit.ly/410Epwq

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

#ThrowbackThursday - In 2022, researchers came to Diamond to find out which compounds were in present in bricks from the ovens used on the Mary Rose. They found that they contained iron and calcium salts, and were able to analyse them to decipher how best to preserve the bricks going forward.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

It was a pleasure to host a delegation from the Thames Valley @rsc.org on Monday. The group went on a tour of the facility, visiting the B18 and I19 beamlines, where they heard directly from our scientists about the #spectroscopy and #crystallography experiments at Diamond.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Using synchrotron technology at Diamond, scientists have discovered a thermal process in #magma which could explain why similar volcanic systems can produce very different eruptions - and it's down to something called #superheating. Learn more in the article 👉 bit.ly/4uWkKef

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Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) @dndi.org · 09/06/2026

🦠 How do you design a medicine for a virus that doesn’t even exist yet? In this video, Fanny Escudié, our Senior Discovery Project Manager, breaks down how scientists are preparing for future pandemics with broad-spectrum antivirals.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Using zinc-specific spectroscopy at Diamond, scientists have found that electronic structure is dominant in controlling how #diorganozincs behave. Their approach could be a toolkit for studying zinc-containing battery electrolytes and zinc in biological systems. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4ugxyeg

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

It was wonderful to host the Mayor of Wantage, Iain Cameron, alongside a delegation from Wantage Town Council and their twinned town of Seesen, Germany. The visit provided a perfect opportunity to connect with the local community and demonstrate the wide range of science that happens at Diamond.

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Diamond Light Source @diamondlightsource.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#ThrowbackThursday - In 2014, researchers came to Diamond to study 10,000-year-old cave art pigments. The sample from Turkey contained obsidian, suggesting that it was chosen for its reflective properties. The sample from Iran was made from terra rossa, but it's no longer found there after flooding.

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