Operating Fermilab's particle accelerators | Behind the Science

Our particle accelerator complex drives discovery at #Fermilab. The accelerator operators are the heart of the complex, working 24/7 to ensure every machine is working at its most efficient. They understand and maintain some of the most complex devices ever made. This allows our scientists and experimenters to conduct the worlds most advanced research and discover the mysteries of matter, energy, space and time.
In this video, we'll go behind the scenes with members of the team to explore how the accelerator operators work in support of advancing Fermilab’s mission every day.
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Credits:
Featuring: Cindy Joe, Erin Cook, Laura Bolt, Trey Thompson, Spencer Garcia-Schiefelbein
Director: Ryan Postel
Editor: Dan Svoboda
Production assistance: Lynn Johnson, Caitlyn Buongiorno
Graphic Design: Samantha Koch
Consultants: Donovan Tooke, Todd Sullivan
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[@theultimatereductionist7592]

I would love a standalone video about all the safety precautions taken at Fermilab.

[@LanceMcCarthy]

Thank you for highlighting the people that actually make things happen and keep things running.

[@KB9CBS]

I was a control room operator from 87 to 95. When people ask me what it was like I tell them for someone with a BS in Physics it was like a kid getting a job in a candy store. Plus I got to meet Stephan Hawking.

[@Evergreen64]

I wish I had known about jobs like this when I was young. This would have been the perfect job for me. I didn't have the math chops to be a particle physicist, but I bet I could have qualified for this. I also love the term "subatomic detritus".

[@dudemeister1846]

Super cool video showing amazing work going on in the US! The music is a bit much throughout but loved hearing everyone talk about their jobs!

[@CircsC]

Very cool, but I have to admit I had hoped for a bit more of an in depth look.

[@gastonneal724]

I love the diversity, feels like a collaboration of most of the best.

[@PaulThePhotoGuy]

Fascinating that it starts with a small tank of hydrogen 🤯Go tech support/operators et all ! But do they call when it goes perfectly ? I hope so !!!!

[@sogerc1]

Yepp, I would work there for the cool factor alone.

[@Pottery4Life]

Thank you.

[@bigsarge2085]

Fascinating!

[@FrancisFjordCupola]

Modern day science is true teamwork. Never forget that each time the Nobels pop up again.

[@TomCrockett-bl1gp]

I visited Fermi in 2015. Took a tour. The part that really got my attention was that they were treating folks with cancer with the “machine”. Could you guys elaborate on that process? Thanks

[@ChristopherLydon-il6ih]

👍

[@vis_viva]

I was in Accelerator Ops from 1995 to 2006 (Operator for 5 years, Crew Chief for 6). I'm now an engineering physicist at the lab working with magnets, but will never forget my days in the Main Control Room.

[@emmygold280]

dream job

[@astrophotographyenthusiast5273]

I love Fermilab, great people and awesome atmosphere!

[@tomschmidt381]

Great behind the scene video.

[@ChristopherLydon-il6ih]

Can save humanity the good operators.

[@rg807]

Great video- if I was in 6th grade. Please don't hesitate to go into MUCH more detail.