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U.S. Signs Intergovernmental Agreement With Lithuania to Develop Civil Nuclear Program
Strategic Partnership for Clean Energy: The U.S. and Lithuania signed an agreement to collaborate on developing Lithuania's civil nuclear power program, focusing on fourth-generation small modular reactors (SMRs). This partnership supports Lithuania’s goal of...
Investigation Into UnitedHealthcare Reveals Use of Flawed AI Model to Deny Claims
Rising Denial Rates and AI Automation: UnitedHealthcare's prior authorization denial rate for post-acute care doubled from 10.9% in 2020 to 22.7% in 2022, with skilled nursing home claims seeing a ninefold increase in denials. The company used AI to automate the...
Energizing America: Vogtle-4’s Role in Nuclear Renaissance
Vogtle-4 achieves first criticality, marking a pivotal step in initiating the nuclear reaction process and paving the way for electricity generation. Despite challenges including cost overruns and delays, Vogtle-4 stands as a significant milestone in the...
From Capitol Hill to Uranium Mines: A Push for Nuclear Independence
Biden administration proposes a $4.3 billion initiative to purchase enriched uranium from domestic producers, aiming to reduce reliance on Russian imports for nuclear reactor fuel. Energy Department emphasizes urgency of funding to prevent operational disruptions at...
Towards a Brighter Tomorrow: The Promise of Laser Fusion Energy
University of Rochester's breakthrough in fusion energy research using the Omega laser system simplifies fusion energy generation with "direct drive" technology, building on the 2022 NIF milestone. By eliminating complex setups and refining fuel capsule design, the...
From Decommissioned to Dynamic: Advanced Fission Power Ventures Spark Transformation in Former Uranium Plant After DoE Approval
Strategic Partnership: Oklo solidifies a strategic partnership with SODI for the redevelopment of the former uranium enrichment plant, marking a crucial step towards the deployment of advanced fission powerhouses in the Piketon region. Innovative Technology...
Energizing Tomorrow: $2.72 Billion Infusion Revolutionizes the Nuclear Fuel Security Act of 2023
A Monumental Allocation: The Nuclear Fuel Security Act 2023 has been bolstered by an additional $2.72 billion under a new emergency supplemental bill aimed at enriching domestic Uranium supplies. Strategic Enrichment Initiative: The funds are dedicated to the...
Dismantling Giants: The Technical, Financial, and Environmental Facets of Nuclear Power Plants
Safety and Technical Precision: Decommissioning nuclear power plants is a highly regulated and meticulous process, ensuring that all radioactive materials are managed and disposed of safely, and the plant structure is dismantled in a controlled manner. Financial...
Nuclear Breakthrough: Powering the Future in the Palm of Your Hand
Revolutionary Compactness: Betavolt introduces a groundbreaking nuclear battery, leveraging advanced diamond semiconductor technology and nickel-63 isotopes to create a fingertip-sized module capable of providing uninterrupted power for 50 years. Versatile...
Eternal Embrace: The Symbiosis of Salt and Radioactive Waste in WIPP’s Depths
Explore the subterranean realm of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP), delving more than 2000 feet into an ancient salt formation, where meticulously crafted panels serve as the exclusive repository for transuranic waste disposal. Intricate Processes and Precision:...
From Labs to Reactors: Idaho National Laboratory’s Milestone in Nuclear Energy Research
Innovative Fuel Technology: Westinghouse, with support from national laboratories and DOE funding, has developed advanced nuclear fuel technology aimed at extending the operational cycle of nuclear power plants from 18 to 24 months. Economic and Operational Benefits:...
