The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment analyzed the largest dataset ever collected by a dark matter detector. The record-breaking results provide the strongest constraints yet on low-mass WIMPs, proposed dark matter particles.
The Institute for Underground Science at SURF is launching the John Bahcall Colloquium, a monthly series of scientific lectures to build intellectual community while delving into the wide range of disciplines being researched at SURF.
Evans, the President and CEO of Black Hills Corporation, brings deep operations management experience within the mining industry in underground gold, iron ore, lead, and zinc mines throughout North and South America.
This news article, republished here from South Dakota Mines, showcases the value of local universities in advancing world-class research at America's Underground Lab.
SURF continues work on a $1 million Brownfields Multipurpose Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assess and remediate asbestos in multiple historic buildings.
The South Dakota Science Teaching Association recognized four teachers for their outstanding efforts to provide extraordinary opportunities and support for students to succeed in science.
When a wintertime stint of sub-zero weather at SURF coincided with unexpected repairs that led to a frozen pipe, the Operations Team, which maintains the 370 miles of underground tunnels and shafts and 223 surface acres at SURF, sprang into action.
The Sanford Underground Research Facility’s (SURF) Education and Outreach team shared SURF’s mission with educators across the state at the 2026 South Dakota Science, Technology, Education, and Math (STEM) Education Conference.
