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Upcoming Webinar: Secure Coding in the Age of AI on September 11 at 10AM
AI-assisted and agentic tools allow us to write more code, faster than ever before. However, the attack surface has not shrunk to match; it has shifted and multiplied. To address this, ScienceIT team is offering a new security-awareness webinar designed for everyone who writes code at the Lab from novices leveraging AI to seasoned developers.… Read more »
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Update Required for LBL Employee Wireless Access by August 26
An important security update is coming to the lbnl-employee Wi-Fi network on August 26. Most Lab-managed computers will update automatically, but personal devices, research instruments, and other unmanaged equipment may require action. Read the article to learn what prompts to expect, how to confirm a safe connection, and where to get help if your device… Read more »
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Four Posters, Three Conferences: ScienceIT Collaborations Showcase Emerging AI Research
This summer, ScienceIT contributed to four research posters presented at three conferences, highlighting work in AI for science, trustworthy AI, and AI security. The projects involved collaborations across Berkeley Lab and with external research partners, exploring practical ways to identify synthetic content, safeguard scientific data, and protect the provenance of AI models. At ISMB 2026,… Read more »
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Understanding Font Licensing: What Berkeley Lab Employees Need to Know
When choosing a font for a presentation, website, or publication, most people focus on appearance, not licensing. However, fonts are more than design elements. They are software products governed by specific usage rights. While a typeface refers to the visual design of characters, a font is the software that enables that design to be displayed… Read more »
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New Passkey Dashboard and Temporary OTP Access Coming Soon
This week, Berkeley Lab will be launching a redesigned Passkeys Management Dashboard and will feature a self-service feature called “Passkey Holiday” coming soon. Together, these updates will make it easier for employees to manage their passkeys, monitor account changes, and temporarily access legacy tools that do not yet support passkey authentication with a one time… Read more »
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Warning: Fake Invitations Are Targeting Lab Staff
Over the past several weeks, Lab employees have received a wave of phishing emails that appear to come from coworkers, former colleagues, or old friends, often from personal Gmail accounts. Some of these accounts have been compromised, others are spoofed to display a familiar sender. Either way, the message arrives with a name you recognize,… Read more »
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Before You Buy: Follow Berkeley Lab’s Process for Software and Technology Purchases
Whether you’re purchasing software, an AI tool, a cloud service, or another technology product for Berkeley Lab business, taking a few minutes to follow the proper procurement process not only helps ensure compliance with Lab policies, but can save you time. It is key to use established IT and Procurement channels before purchasing software, technology… Read more »
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Google Cloud & Workspace Updates: The Latest Tools to Boost Productivity
Google continues to introduce new Cloud and Workspace features designed to help you work smarter, collaborate more effectively, and save time. Explore the latest updates, including new AI-powered capabilities and productivity enhancements that can streamline your daily work at Berkeley Lab. Here are a few of the key features and updates, but you can check… Read more »
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Stay Secure: Why Keeping Your VPN Software Updated Matters More Than Ever
As cyber threats continue to evolve, especially with the rapid growth of AI-enabled attacks, keeping Berkeley Lab systems secure requires everyone to stay current with software updates. One simple but important step is making sure your VPN software is up to date. The Lab’s VPN is a key part of our security infrastructure. It helps… Read more »
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Join Google’s Hands-On AI Labs on Gemini Enterprise Hosted by ScienceIT on Friday, July 17
Ready to take your AI skills to the next level? Join Berkeley Lab’s ScienceIT team for a series of interactive, hands-on in person workshops led by Google engineers on Friday, July 17. Registration is limited to 40 spots. Designed specifically for the Berkeley Lab community, these sessions will introduce participants to the latest capabilities in… Read more »
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Access Berkeley Lab Images Directly in Marq with the New Bynder Integration
Creating polished, on-brand communications at Berkeley Lab just got easier. Creative Services has begun integrating Bynder, the Lab’s new digital asset management (DAM) system, into Marq, giving users direct access to approved Lab photos and other creative assets without ever leaving their document. A replacement for WebDAM, Bynder serves as Berkeley Lab’s centralized library for… Read more »
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Help Shape LabTech 2026
We’re building out the tracks for LabTech 2026, slated for Tuesday, November 3rd in Building 50. This popular in-person and virtual event will feature IT experts discussing everything from AI tips and tricks, the latest in cyber security as well as IT policy, ScienceIT 101, and more. But first we want to hear from you!… Read more »
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Get Vacation Ready: Install NinjaOne for a Smoother Return to Work
As summer travel season begins, Berkeley Lab’s IT Division encourages employees to install the new NinjaOne device management agent before heading out on vacation if they have not already done so. Taking a few minutes now to install the platform can help ensure your computer remains secure, counted in the annual device inventory , and… Read more »
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