In a world that possess more than 10,000 nuclear weapons, the U.S. maintains a stockpile of more than 4,000 nuclear warheads. The Stockpile Stewardship program ensures the safety, security, and reliability of these warheads without nuclear testing. Livermore’s expertise in high-energy-density science, high-performance computing, and nuclear and isotopic science, combined with unique research facilities, meet the formidable technical challenges of ensuring that the nuclear deterrent remains effective.

New national security threats require countermeasures and deterrence beyond the nuclear weapons arena. One example is cyberattacks: billions of  records are hacked online each year, exposing personal, corporate, and government data to criminal enterprises and state-sponsored incursions. These attacks also pose a danger to the nation’s economic and industrial infrastructure. Livermore applies its expertise in high-performance computing  and data analytics to strengthen cybersecurity and protect sensitive information and networks.