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Advanced Nuclear for the High Seas
CORE POWER Nears $500M Milestone: The UK-based nuclear propulsion startup will soon complete a $500 million funding round, advancing their maritime nuclear technology to the next phase. World's First 'Civil' Maritime Nuclear Program: CORE POWER aims to develop the...
Revolutionizing Cancer Care: GE HealthCare’s AI Breakthroughs for Oncologists
CareIntellect for Oncology: GE HealthCare's new AI application streamlines the workflow for oncologists by summarizing patient data and monitoring treatment adherence, helping to alleviate the burden of data management and allowing doctors to focus on patient care....
Solar Symphony: Harnessing the Sun’s Melody for Clean Energy
USNC unveils a groundbreaking update to the Modular Multi Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (MMR) reactor, making it versatile and capable of using different enriched uranium fuels. Breakthrough technologies in 3-D printing and advanced manufacturing...
Bipartisan Breakthrough: Senators Unite to Secure America’s Nuclear Fuel Supply, HALEU.
The bipartisan amendment, S.Amdt.999, to the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2024 aims to establish the Nuclear Fuel Security Program, enhancing the US Department of Energy's capability to secure a diverse supply of nuclear fuel domestically. The program...
The Journey of France’s EPR2 Reactors: Pioneering a New Era of Nuclear Innovation
French President Emmanuel Macron advocates for a nuclear renaissance, proposing six new EPR2 reactors with a potential for eight more. EDF and Framatome collaborate to develop a streamlined EPR2 design, aiming for improved efficiency and safety. The Bugey site is...
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to Lead Japan’s Cutting-Edge Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactor Development
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has been selected by the Japanese government to lead the conceptual design and research and development of a demonstration sodium-cooled fast reactor. MHI will collaborate with Mitsubishi FBR Systems Inc. (MFBR), an MHI Group...
Regulatory Excellence: Ghana and US Nuclear Regulators Join Forces
Ghana's Nuclear Power Program is progressing steadily, with a strong focus on regulatory excellence and safety. The country's Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA) and the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) have forged a significant partnership since the signing of a...
From Coast to Core: Egypt’s Path to Nuclear Energy with Russia
The El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, located in Egypt's Matrouh governorate, is progressing as planned, with construction of the four VVER-1200 reactors underway. The project, funded in part by a $25 billion Russian loan, aims to achieve a total capacity of 4,800 MW,...
HALEU Milestone Sparks Advanced Reactor Advancements in America
ACO, a subsidiary of Centrus Energy Corp, has obtained NRC clearance to operate an advanced centrifuge cascade in Piketon, OH, to produce HALEU for advanced reactor technologies. The project aims to produce 20 kilograms of HALEU initially, with plans for an additional...
Promoting Safety, Security, and Sustainability: The International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023
The International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023 establishes a global framework for collaboration, regulation, and safety standards in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The Act promotes cooperation among nations in sharing knowledge, advancing technology, and addressing...
Preserving the Future: The Civil Nuclear Credit Program and the U.S. Reactor Fleet
DOE announces opening of the second round awards cycle of the Civil Nuclear Credit Program This credit program is imperative to the wellbeing of the worldwide reactor fleet and will keep many reactors in a stable state The civil nuclear credit program will give a...
