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Mayonnaise: A Key Ingredient in Nuclear Fusion Research
Mayonnaise is being used by researchers to model the complex physics of nuclear fusion, specifically by mimicking the behavior of fusion capsules under extreme conditions. The team at Lehigh University, led by Arindam Banerjee, studies the flow properties of...
Chernobyl Land Reborn: Safe for Farming After 38 Years
Chernobyl-Area Land Declared Safe for Agriculture After Decades of Dormancy After nearly four decades, more than 80% of the land surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear power plant has been declared safe for agricultural use. According to Valery Kashparov, director of the...
Rwanda Forges Ahead with Nuclear Energy Ambitions: Dual Fluid Signs Deal for Groundbreaking Reactor
Earlier in the week, the Government of Rwanda, represented by the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board (RAEB), signed an agreement with Dual Fluid to build the country’s first demonstration nuclear reactor. The Rwandan government has been keen on advancing its nuclear energy...
Japan’s Takahama Nuclear Power Plant Rekindles Energy Future: A Safe and Strategic Restart
In a significant development for Japan's energy landscape, the Takahama Nuclear Power Plant, situated in Fukui Prefecture, has successfully resumed its operations. This restart marks a pivotal moment in Japan's pursuit of safe, efficient, and sustainable nuclear...
X-Energy Secures Contract Option from US Department of Defense for Advanced Transportable Nuclear Microreactor in Project Pele
X-Energy was awarded a contract option by the US Department of Defense (DoD) to develop an enhanced design for a transportable nuclear microreactor as part of Project Pele. Project Pele is a DoD Strategic Capabilities Office initiative. The project’s objective is to...
Empowering Carbon Neutrality: The Role of Nuclear Energy
Nuclear energy plays a pivotal role in the quest for carbon neutrality and addressing the urgent global challenge of climate change. Its contributions are significant and multifaceted, making it an indispensable component of a low-carbon energy portfolio. Here, we...
Championing Nuclear Energy: A Guide to Becoming an Advocate
"Becoming a nuclear advocate involves sparking curiosity, addressing safety concerns, and highlighting the tangible benefits of nuclear energy." "Advocates should encourage diversity in the nuclear industry and understand that changing perceptions is a long-term...
Advancements in Uranium Enrichment Technology
In the realm of uranium enrichment technology, significant advancements have occurred over the past five years. These developments have primarily aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing safety protocols. Here are some key advancements: Advanced...
Navigating Nuclear Waste: Current Strategies and Innovations in Responsible Management
In the realm of nuclear energy, one of the most pressing challenges is the safe and responsible management of nuclear waste. Nuclear waste, often referred to as radioactive waste, is a byproduct of nuclear power generation and other nuclear applications. It contains...
Orlen Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) Collaborate to Develop Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) based on GE-Hitachi Technology
On September 7, Polish company Orlen Synthos Green Energy (OSGE) and the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) began their collaboration to develop a framework to create additional small modular reactors (SMRs). ENEC Managing Director and CEO Mohamed Al Hammadi...
Unleashing the Potential of Nuclear Energy: A New Global Campaign Emerges
The World Nuclear Symposium 2023 hosted a pivotal campaign launch, uniting industry leaders and government officials, with the mission to elevate nuclear energy's role in global carbon reduction efforts. The campaign emphasizes the necessity of tripling nuclear energy...
