Status of the Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory (invited)

The Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory is a third‐generation light source optimized for production of high‐brilliance undulator radiation in the hard x‐ray portion of the spectrum. A user community representing all major centers of synchrotron research, including universities, industry, and federal laboratories, will utilize these x‐ray beams for investigations across a diverse range of disciplines. All technical facilities and components required for operations have been completed and installed, and are well along in the commissioning process. Major design goals and Department of Energy milestones have been met or exceeded. Project funds have been maximized to construct a number of beamline components and user facilities over and above those called for in the original project scope. Research teams preparing experimental apparatus at the Advanced Photon Source have procured strong funding support.