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 ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program  NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance  NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program  NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability  Report Downloads  GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors  NSA Nuclear Science Applications  ANED Advances in Nuclear Energy Disciplines  MRR Reactor Redesign Program

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[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/Nuclear%20Energy%20Symposium%202026%20(2).png)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/energy-dominance-can-the-us-do-it-alone)  March 25, 2026

[Nuclear Energy Dominance: Can the US do it Alone?](https://canes.mit.edu/media/energy-dominance-can-the-us-do-it-alone)

Explore the complexities of US energy dominance and the critical role of international alliances and advanced nuclear technologies in achieving this goal. Main Point Summary: The blog text outlines an upcoming event at MIT focusing on the United...

 May 20, 2025

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Assessment of the Lifecycle Cost of Nuclear Grade Coolants for Advanced Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/assessment-of-the-lifecycle-cost-of-nuclear-grade-coolants)

Lifecycle cost analysis of nuclear-grade coolants for advanced reactors, including CAPEX and OPEX estimates, reveals the importance of coolant chemistry and purity management.

 April 10, 2025

[Bilge Yildiz and Jacopo Buongiorno Take Nuclear-Fueled AI to TEDx](https://canes.mit.edu/media/bilge-yildiz-and-jacopo-buongiorno-take-nuclear-fueled-ai-to-tedx)

MIT researchers showcase groundbreaking ways to power AI sustainably with energy-efficient hardware and nuclear energy at TEDxMIT.

 April 10, 2025

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Levelized Cost of Fuel (LCOF) Studies for Microreactors Using TRISO Fuel in Hydride and Beryllium-based composite Moderators in Open and Closed Fuel Cycles](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-preliminary-study-on-the-feasibility-of-nuclear-batteries-for-offshore-power-generation-0)

Exploring the potential of advanced microreactors with TRISO fuel and composite moderators, offering reliable, efficient energy solutions for remote areas with reduced infrastructure needs.

 April 10, 2025

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[A Preliminary Study on the Feasibility of Nuclear Batteries for Offshore Power Generation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-preliminary-study-on-the-feasibility-of-nuclear-batteries-for-offshore-power-generation)

Exploring the viability of nuclear batteries for offshore power on FPSOs, offering a green alternative to traditional gas turbines with reduced emissions and lower upfront costs.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/Poster_Session.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/sara-hauptman-winner-of-the-european-research-reactor-conference-best-student-presentation-award)  April 10, 2025

[Sara Hauptman Winner of the European Research Reactor Conference Best Student Presentation Award](https://canes.mit.edu/media/sara-hauptman-winner-of-the-european-research-reactor-conference-best-student-presentation-award)

Best Student Presentation Award at the student competition for the European Research Reactor Conference (RRFM), April 6-10, 2025, Aix-en-Provence, France. Her poster was titled "Exploring MITR-III Alternative Reactivity Control Systems to Eliminate...

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/canessym24-1.png)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/no-fuel-no-party-symposium)  September 15, 2025

[No Fuel? No Party Symposium](https://canes.mit.edu/media/no-fuel-no-party-symposium)

Join the No Fuel? No Party Symposium on September 23-25, 2024, to explore fuel economics, supply challenges, and advanced fuel solutions. Register now for insightful sessions and networking opportunities.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Development Framework for Socially Controversial Projects](https://canes.mit.edu/media/stakeholder-engagement-strategy-development-framework-for-socially-controversial-projects)

Learn about the framework for developing stakeholder engagement strategies for socially controversial nuclear projects to ensure project success and stakeholder acceptance.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[The Curious Case of the Marcellus Shale: PA vs. NY Fracking Case Study Summary](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-curious-case-of-the-marcellus-shale-pa-vs.-ny-fracking-case-study-summary)

Explore the contrasting approaches to hydraulic fracturing in Pennsylvania and New York, and understand the key decisions shaping their divergent paths.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Evaluating the ‘model’ for consent-based siting: Stakeholder Acceptance and the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant](https://canes.mit.edu/media/evaluating-the-model-for-consent-based-siting-stakeholder-acceptance-and-the-waste-isolation-pilot-plant)

Discover key insights from the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant's stakeholder acceptance model, emphasizing communication, alignment, and independent oversight in managing controversial projects.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Models for Stakeholder Relationship Management at Socially Controversial Facilities](https://canes.mit.edu/media/models-for-stakeholder-relationship-management-at-socially-controversial-facilities)

Effective stakeholder engagement is vital for the success of controversial projects. Learn how a new system dynamics model can improve stakeholder relationship management.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Nuclear Power Plant Performance Assessment Pertaining to Plant Aging in France and the United States](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-power-plant-performance-assessment-pertaining-to-plant-aging-in-france-and-the-united-states-1)

Evaluating nuclear power plant performance in France and the U.S., this blog discusses the impact of plant aging on operational efficiency and safety standards.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Nuclear Power Plant Performance Assessment Pertaining to Plant Aging in France and the United States](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-power-plant-performance-assessment-pertaining-to-plant-aging-in-france-and-the-united-states)

Explore advancements in risk-informed nuclear power plant performance assessment and reliability analysis, focusing on aging effects and regulatory practices in the U.S. and France.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Investigation of Risk-Informed Methodologies to Improve Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactor Economics with Safety and Non-Proliferation Constraints](https://canes.mit.edu/media/investigation-of-risk-informed-methodologies-to-improve-sodium-cooled-fast-reactor-economics-with-safety-and-non-proliferation-constraints-1)

Exploring risk-informed methodologies to enhance Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactor economics while addressing safety and non-proliferation challenges. Discover innovative design optimizations and regulatory recommendations.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Investigation of Risk-­‐Informed Methodologies to Improve Sodium-­‐Cooled Fast Reactor Economics With Safety and Non-­‐Proliferation Constraints](https://canes.mit.edu/media/investigation-of-risk-informed-methodologies-to-improve-sodium-cooled-fast-reactor-economics-with-safety-and-non-proliferation-constraints)

Exploring risk-informed methodologies to enhance the economics, safety, and non-proliferation of sodium-cooled fast reactors through collaborative research and expert advisory committees.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[A Unified Risk-­‐informed Framework to Assess the Proliferation Risk and License the Proliferation Performance of Nuclear Energy Systems](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-unified-risk-informed-framework-to-assess-the-proliferation-risk-and-license-the-proliferation-performance-of-nuclear-energy-systems)

Explore a new framework for assessing proliferation risks and licensing the performance of nuclear energy systems to strengthen the non-proliferation regime.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Application of the Technology Neutral Framework to Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/application-of-the-technology-neutral-framework-to-sodium-cooled-fast-reactors)

Exploring the application of the Technology Neutral Framework to Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactors and its implications on licensing, economics, and seismic risk management.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[The Effect of Thermal Aging and Boiling Water Reactor Environment on Type 316L Stainless Steel Welds](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-effect-of-thermal-aging-and-boiling-water-reactor-environment-on-type-316l-stainless-steel-welds)

Explore the impact of thermal aging and BWR environment on Type 316L stainless steel welds, focusing on spinodal decomposition and environmental fracture effects.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Stress Corrosion Cracking and Crack Tip Characterization of Alloy X-750 in Light Water Reactor Environments](https://canes.mit.edu/media/stress-corrosion-cracking-and-crack-tip-characterization-of-alloy-x-750-in-light-water-reactor-environments)

Analyzing stress corrosion cracking and crack tip characteristics of Alloy X-750 in light water reactor environments, revealing key insights on crack growth rates and fracture modes.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Technical Lessons Learned from the Fukushima-Daichii Accident and Possible Corrective Actions for the Nuclear Industry: An Initial Evaluation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/technical-lessons-learned-from-the-fukushima-daichii-accident-and-possible-corrective-actions-for-the-nuclear-industry-an-initial-evaluation-1)

Fukushima-Daichii accident reveals lessons for nuclear safety improvements and underscores the resilience of modern nuclear plant designs amidst unprecedented natural disasters.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Technical Lessons Learned from the Fukushima-Daichii Accident and Possible Corrective Actions for the Nuclear Industry: An Initial Evaluation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/technical-lessons-learned-from-the-fukushima-daichii-accident-and-possible-corrective-actions-for-the-nuclear-industry-an-initial-evaluation)

Fukushima accident's technical lessons reveal key areas for nuclear safety improvements, emphasizing emergency response, containment, and hydrogen management to enhance future plant safety. Main Point Summary: The Fukushima-Daichii accident...

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Uncertainty and Sensitivity Analysis for Long-Running Computer Codes: A Critical Review](https://canes.mit.edu/media/uncertainty-and-sensitivity-analysis-for-long-running-computer-codes-a-critical-review)

Critical review of methods for probabilistic uncertainty and sensitivity analysis in long-running computer models for Probabilistic Risk Assessment in nuclear systems.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[The Use of Frequency-Consequence Curves in Future Reactor Licensing](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-use-of-frequency-consequence-curves-in-future-reactor-licensing)

Explore the role of frequency-consequence curves in enhancing the efficiency and safety of future nuclear reactor licensing processes.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Improving Nuclear Power Plant Performance: An Assessment of the US Nuclear Fleet Outage Performance (1990-2005)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/improving-nuclear-power-plant-performance-an-assessment-of-the-us-nuclear-fleet-outage-performance-1990-2005)

Analyzing US nuclear plant outage data from 1990-2005 reveals trends and strategies to enhance performance, focusing on reducing unplanned and planned capacity loss rates.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Development of a Hybrid Intelligent System for On-line, Real-time Monitoring of Nuclear Power Plant Operations](https://canes.mit.edu/media/development-of-a-hybrid-intelligent-system-for-on-line-real-time-monitoring-of-nuclear-power-plant-operations)

Developing a hybrid intelligent system for real-time monitoring of nuclear power plant operations to enhance reliability, safety, and availability through advanced fault diagnosis and decision support methods.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Use of Information Theory Techniques with System Dynamics Models](https://canes.mit.edu/media/use-of-information-theory-techniques-with-system-dynamics-models)

Analyzing the integration of Information Theory with System Dynamics to enhance policy decisions in Nuclear Power Plant projects. Discover the potential benefits and insights gained from this approach.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[The Nuclear Industry's Transition to Risk Informed Regulation and Operation in the United States](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-nuclear-industrys-transition-to-risk-informed-regulation-and-operation-in-the-united-states)

Discover the successful transition of the US nuclear industry to risk informed regulation, enhancing safety and economic performance over 20 years.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Quantitative Performance Comparison of Japanese and American Nuclear Power Industries](https://canes.mit.edu/media/quantitative-performance-comparison-of-japanese-and-american-nuclear-power-industries)

Comparing the performance of Japanese and American nuclear power industries, this report highlights key differences in outage durations and regulatory practices affecting operational efficiency.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Thermal Striping in LWR Piping Systems](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-striping-in-lwr-piping-systems-1)

Thermal striping in Light Water Reactor piping systems can lead to high-cycle thermal fatigue, as studied through numerical analyses and LES simulations.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Enhancing the Competitiveness of Nuclear Power Plants through Risk Informed Decision Making](https://canes.mit.edu/media/enhancing-the-competitiveness-of-nuclear-power-plants-through-risk-informed-decision-making)

Enhancing nuclear power plant competitiveness through risk-informed decision making, focusing on safety, economics, and stakeholder impact using a structured, multi-attribute utility theory methodology.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Bayesian Belief Network (BBN)-Based Advisory System Development for Steam Generator Replacement Project Management](https://canes.mit.edu/media/bayesian-belief-network-bbn-based-advisory-system-development-for-steam-generator-replacement-project-management)

Advisory system using Bayesian Belief Network enhances steam generator replacement project management by predicting performance and optimizing decisions under uncertainty.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Thermal Striping in LWR Piping Systems Progress Report: September 2001 through August 2002](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-striping-in-lwr-piping-systems-progress-report-september-2001-through-august-2002)

Progress in thermal striping research at MIT/TEPCO highlights improved simulation techniques, enhancing safety insights for LWR piping systems. Read about key refinements and findings from 2001-2002.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Probabilistic Risk Analysis of Falsification Cases in the Japanese Nuclear Industry](https://canes.mit.edu/media/probabilistic-risk-analysis-of-falsification-cases-in-the-japanese-nuclear-industry)

Probabilistic risk analysis of falsification cases reveals a significant impact on Japanese nuclear industry safety, emphasizing the importance of stringent regulations and organizational improvements.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[On the Use of Multi-Attribute Utility Theory to Quantify the Desirability of Hydraulic Control Unit Maintenance of a Boiling Water Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/on-the-use-of-multi-attribute-utility-theory-to-quantify-the-desirability-of-hydraulic-control-unit-maintenance-of-a-boiling-water-reactor)

Using Multi-Attribute Utility Theory, this study evaluates optimal maintenance strategies for hydraulic control units in nuclear reactors to enhance safety and reduce costs.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[A System Dynamics Model of the Energy Policymaking Process](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-system-dynamics-model-of-the-energy-policymaking-process)

Explore how the EPM model analyzes the impact of energy policies on technology selection and societal concerns in electric energy supply.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Modeling the Energy Policy Making Process as a Response to Social Concerns](https://canes.mit.edu/media/modeling-the-energy-policy-making-process-as-a-response-to-social-concerns)

Explore how social concerns influence government energy policy, focusing on nuclear safety, electricity costs, and availability through a system dynamics model.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Modeling of Electric Energy Policymaking](https://canes.mit.edu/media/modeling-of-electric-energy-policymaking)

Explore the complexities shaping the future of the U.S. electric industry, including economic deregulation, environmental impacts, and nuclear waste storage challenges.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Modeling the Dynamic Complexity of the Energy Policymaking Process](https://canes.mit.edu/media/modeling-the-dynamic-complexity-of-the-energy-policymaking-process)

Explore the dynamic complexity of energy policymaking and the role of nuclear power in future electricity generation in the United States.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Thermal Striping in LWR Piping Systems](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-striping-in-lwr-piping-systems)

Study explores thermal striping in LWR tee junctions, using CFD simulations and experimental data to identify key parameters and minimize thermal fatigue in piping systems.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Identification of Performance Indicators for Nuclear Power Plants](https://canes.mit.edu/media/identification-of-performance-indicators-for-nuclear-power-plants)

Discover a new methodology to identify and validate performance indicators for nuclear power plants, focusing on economic and safety performance through data analysis.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Analysis of Direct Seismic Risks and Its Effects on Existing Emergency Response Plans Near a Nuclear Power Station](https://canes.mit.edu/media/analysis-of-direct-seismic-risks-and-its-effects-on-existing-emergency-response-plans-near-a-nuclear-power-station)

Analysis of earthquake risks near Seabrook Nuclear Power Station and their impact on emergency response plans in New Hampshire.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Maintenance Cycle Extension in Advanced Light Water Design](https://canes.mit.edu/media/maintenance-cycle-extension-in-advanced-light-water-design)

Discover how advanced reactor design strategies aim to extend maintenance cycles and enhance economic performance in nuclear power generation.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Feasibility Investigations for Risk-Based Nuclear Safety Regulation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/feasibility-investigations-for-risk-based-nuclear-safety-regulation)

Exploring the integration of probabilistic risk assessments in nuclear safety regulations to enhance traditional methods and propose risk-informed alternatives for regulatory frameworks.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[CATILaC: ComputeR Aided Techniques for Identifying Latent Conditions](https://canes.mit.edu/media/catilac-computer-aided-techniques-for-identifying-latent-conditions)

Discover how the CATILaC methodology enhances root cause analysis by identifying latent conditions and hardware failures in organizational processes for improved corrective actions.

 September 20, 2024

[NSP Nuclear Systems Enhanced Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsp-nuclear-systems-enhanced-performance)

[Analysis and Utilization of Operating Experience for Organizational Learning](https://canes.mit.edu/media/analysis-and-utilization-of-operating-experience-for-organizational-learning)

Enhance nuclear plant performance by analyzing organizational factors and prioritizing work processes, emphasizing safety culture and operational learning.

 April 28, 2025

[NSA Nuclear Science Applications](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsa-nuclear-science-applications)

[The Martian Surface Reactor: An Advanced Nuclear Power Station for Manned Extraterrestrial Exploration](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-martian-surface-reactor-an-advanced-nuclear-power-station-for-manned-extraterrestrial-exploration)

Discover the advanced design of a 100 kWe Martian Surface Reactor optimized for extraterrestrial human exploration, featuring high reliability, safety, and efficiency.

 April 28, 2025

[NSA Nuclear Science Applications](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsa-nuclear-science-applications)

[Design of a Sodium-cooled Epithermal Long-term Exploration Nuclear Engine](https://canes.mit.edu/media/design-of-a-sodium-cooled-epithermal-long-term-exploration-nuclear-engine)

Innovative design for a sodium-cooled nuclear engine, SELENE, aims to revolutionize Mars missions with high efficiency and scalability for diverse space exploration needs.

 September 20, 2024

[NSA Nuclear Science Applications](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nsa-nuclear-science-applications)

[Mission to Mars: How to Get People There and Back with Nuclear Energy](https://canes.mit.edu/media/mission-to-mars-how-to-get-people-there-and-back-with-nuclear-energy)

Innovative nuclear technologies are paving the way for manned missions to Mars, ensuring efficient propulsion and sustainable power for long-term Martian exploration.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Thermal Hydraulic Analysis of a Low Enrichment Uranium Core for the MIT Research Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-hydraulic-analysis-of-a-low-enrichment-uranium-core-for-the-mit-research-reactor-1)

Thermal hydraulic analysis supports the transition to a low enrichment uranium core at the MIT research reactor, ensuring safety and efficiency in nuclear fuel design.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Core Design Options for High Power Density BWRs](https://canes.mit.edu/media/core-design-options-for-high-power-density-bwrs)

Exploring innovative core design options to increase power density in BWRs while maintaining safety margins, focusing on fuel pin geometry and materials.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Development of a Low Enrichment Uranium Core for the MIT Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/development-of-a-low-enrichment-uranium-core-for-the-mit-reactor-1)

MIT's research reactor is transitioning from HEU to LEU fuel, enhancing neutron flux and reactor safety while optimizing performance for in-core experiments.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Thermal and Economic Analysis of Thorium-Based Seed-Blanket Fuel Cycles for Nuclear Power Plants](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-and-economic-analysis-of-thorium-based-seed-blanket-fuel-cycles-for-nuclear-power-plants)

Analysis of thorium-based fuel cycles for nuclear power plants reveals potential economic benefits, safety improvements, and reduced waste over traditional uranium cycles.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Advanced Fuel for High Burnup and Proliferation Resistance in Light Water Reactors: Annual Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/advanced-fuel-for-high-burnup-and-proliferation-resistance-in-light-water-reactors-annual-report)

Annual report on advanced fuel for high burnup and proliferation resistance in light water reactors, highlighting recent developments and related news in nuclear energy.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Waste Characteristics of Spent Nuclear Fuel From a Pebble Bed Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/waste-characteristics-of-spent-nuclear-fuel-from-a-pebble-bed-reactor)

Explore the waste characteristics of spent nuclear fuel from pebble bed reactors and their implications on the nuclear fuel cycle.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Fission Gas Release for Thoria-Urania Fuels: A Preliminary Investigation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/fission-gas-release-for-thoria-urania-fuels-a-preliminary-investigation)

Preliminary investigation on fission gas release in Thoria-Urania fuels, highlighting findings and implications for the nuclear fuel cycle. Learn more about the study dated September 2000.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[A Review of Properties of Advanced Nuclear Fuels](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-review-of-properties-of-advanced-nuclear-fuels)

Reviewing the properties and models for advanced nuclear fuels, focusing on uranium and thorium compounds, and identifying necessary data for performance evaluation.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[A Preliminary Analysis of the Effect of Seed and Blanket Heterogeneity on PWR Core Neutronics](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-preliminary-analysis-of-the-effect-of-seed-and-blanket-heterogeneity-on-pwr-core-neutronics)

Analysis of seed and blanket heterogeneity impacts on PWR core neutronics highlighted in a recent NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program report. Learn more about its implications for nuclear energy.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Economic Analysis of the Fuel Cycle of Actinide Burning Systems](https://canes.mit.edu/media/economic-analysis-of-the-fuel-cycle-of-actinide-burning-systems)

Economic analysis reveals high fuel cycle costs for Actinide Burner Reactors compared to existing nuclear plants, suggesting scalability and burnup improvements for cost reduction.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Proliferation Resistant, Low Cost, Thoria-Urania Fuel for Light Water Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/proliferation-resistant-low-cost-thoria-urania-fuel-for-light-water-reactors)

Explore the potential of Thoria-Urania fuel for cost-effective, proliferation-resistant energy solutions in light water reactors. Learn about its benefits and advancements in nuclear fuel technology.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[The Role of Nuclear Energy in Southeast Asia](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-role-of-nuclear-energy-in-southeast-asia)

Explore the role of nuclear energy in Southeast Asia's future energy landscape, focusing on cost efficiency, reliability, and environmental impact.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[On the Use of Thorium in Light Water Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/on-the-use-of-thorium-in-light-water-reactors)

Exploring the potential of thorium in light water reactors for enhanced safety and reduced plutonium production, highlighting the need for updated research and development.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Assessment of New Technologies for Selected Next Generation Light Water Reactors: Final Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/assessment-of-new-technologies-for-selected-next-generation-light-water-reactors-final-report)

Explore the latest advancements in next-generation light water reactors and their impact on a low-carbon future, presented at key nuclear energy conferences.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Environmental and Economic Performance of Direct Use of Spent PWR Fuel in CANDU Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/environmental-and-economic-performance-of-direct-use-of-spent-pwr-fuel-in-candu-reactors)

Explore the environmental and economic benefits of using spent PWR fuel in CANDU reactors, based on a comprehensive report from June 1998.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Design of Economically Optimum PWR Reload Core for a 36-Month Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/design-of-economically-optimum-pwr-reload-core-for-a-36-month-cycle)

Explore the design of an economically optimized PWR reload core for a 36-month cycle, as part of the NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program, with insights from recent nuclear energy advancements.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[A User's Guide for MUSCLE (MIT Utility Study on Cycle Length Economics](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-users-guide-for-muscle-mit-utility-study-on-cycle-length-economics)

Discover the comprehensive guide for MUSCLE, part of MIT's Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program, and learn about nuclear energy's role in a low-carbon future. Summarized Main Point: The blog post discusses a user guide for MUSCLE, a study on cycle length...

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Improvement in Nuclear Plant Capacity Factors Through Longer Cycle Length Operation: Final Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/improvement-in-nuclear-plant-capacity-factors-through-longer-cycle-length-operation-final-report)

Explore how extended cycle lengths can enhance nuclear plant capacity factors, based on findings from the NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program's final report dated July 1998.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Optimization of Nuclear Power Utility Performance](https://canes.mit.edu/media/optimization-of-nuclear-power-utility-performance)

Enhancing nuclear power utility performance through optimization strategies, with insights from the NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program report dated July 1998.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Uranium and Separative Work Utilization in Light Water Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/uranium-and-separative-work-utilization-in-light-water-reactors)

Explore the strategic importance of uranium and separative work utilization in light water reactors for long-term fuel cycle planning. Discover new indices for optimizing reactor performance.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Fuel Performance Aspects of Extended Operating Cycles in Existing LWRs](https://canes.mit.edu/media/fuel-performance-aspects-of-extended-operating-cycles-in-existing-lwrs)

Explore the fuel performance aspects of extended operating cycles in existing Light Water Reactors (LWRs) and their impact on the nuclear fuel cycle.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Economic Analysis of Extended Operating Cycles in Existing LWRs](https://canes.mit.edu/media/economic-analysis-of-extended-operating-cycles-in-existing-lwrs)

Economic analysis of extending operating cycles in existing LWRs highlights potential benefits and challenges for the nuclear fuel cycle program. Read our detailed report for comprehensive insights.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Weapons-Grade Plutonium Disposition: An Alternate Immobilization Strategy](https://canes.mit.edu/media/weapons-grade-plutonium-disposition-an-alternate-immobilization-strategy)

Exploring an alternative strategy for disposing of weapons-grade plutonium through immobilization, focusing on insights from the NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program's 1997 report.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Photonuclear Reaction for Simulated Radiation Damage in Nuclear Waste Forms](https://canes.mit.edu/media/photonuclear-reaction-for-simulated-radiation-damage-in-nuclear-waste-forms)

Exploring photonuclear reactions to simulate radiation damage in nuclear waste forms, enhancing our understanding of nuclear fuel cycles and their impact on waste management.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Modeling and Design of Reload LWR Cores for an Ultra-Long Operating Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/modeling-and-design-of-reload-lwr-cores-for-an-ultra-long-operating-cycle)

Explore the modeling and design of reload LWR cores for ultra-long operating cycles as reported by MIT CANES, with insights into nuclear energy's role in a low-carbon future.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Multi-attribute Analysis of Alternatives for Hanford Tanks Remediation System](https://canes.mit.edu/media/multi-attribute-analysis-of-alternatives-for-hanford-tanks-remediation-system)

Multi-attribute analysis for Hanford Tanks remediation is essential for efficient nuclear waste management. Learn about the latest developments and implications for the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[Destruction of Plutonium Using Non-Uranium Fuels in Pressurized Water Reactor Peripheral Assemblies](https://canes.mit.edu/media/destruction-of-plutonium-using-non-uranium-fuels-in-pressurized-water-reactor-peripheral-assemblies)

Exploring the potential of non-uranium fuels for plutonium destruction in pressurized water reactors, highlighting innovations and findings from recent studies.

 September 20, 2024

[NFC Nuclear Fuel Cycle Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nfc-nuclear-fuel-cycle-program)

[High Performance Fuel Design for Next Generation PWRs](https://canes.mit.edu/media/high-performance-fuel-design-for-next-generation-pwrs)

MIT-led project explores high-performance fuel design for PWRs, aiming to increase core power density and thermal margins with innovative annular geometry.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Can a Nuclear Biofuels System Enable Liquid Biofuels as the Economic Low-carbon Replacement for All Liquid Fossil Fuels and Hydrocarbon Feedstocks](https://canes.mit.edu/media/can-a-nuclear-biofuels-system-enable-liquid-biofuels-as-the-economic-low-carbon-replacement-for-all-liquid-fossil-fuels-and-hydrocarbon-feedstocks-and-enab-1726777119745)

Exploring the potential of a nuclear biofuels system to replace liquid fossil fuels and achieve negative carbon emissions, based on workshop proceedings from September 2024.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Improved Methods for Managing Megaprojects](https://canes.mit.edu/media/improved-methods-for-managing-megaprojects)

Discover improved methods for managing megaprojects, emphasizing advancements in nuclear energy and sustainability, based on insights from recent conferences and studies.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Water for a Warming Climate: A Feasibility Study of Repurposing Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant for Desalination](https://canes.mit.edu/media/water-for-a-warming-climate-a-feasibility-study-of-repurposing-diablo-canyon-nuclear-plant-for-desalination)

Exploring the feasibility of repurposing Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant for desalination to address water shortages and climate change challenges in California.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Molten-Salt Fusion Liquid-Immersion-Blanket Integrated Validation Plan](https://canes.mit.edu/media/molten-salt-fusion-liquid-immersion-blanket-integrated-validation-plan)

Integrated validation plan for developing a flibe fusion blanket to enhance high-magnetic-field fusion systems, addressing cooling challenges and improving fusion economics.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Stakeholder Relationship Management in Controversial Projects: A Case Study of the Cape Wind Project using a Feedback Analysis Model](https://canes.mit.edu/media/stakeholder-relationship-management-in-controversial-projects-a-case-study-of-the-cape-wind-project-using-a-feedback-analysis-model)

Exploring the Golay-Williams stakeholder acceptance model through the Cape Wind Project to enhance management of stakeholder relationships in controversial projects. Learn about best practices and outcomes.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Water Use in the Nuclear Fuel Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/water-use-in-the-nuclear-fuel-cycle)

Explore water consumption in the nuclear fuel cycle, focusing on uranium extraction, fuel manufacturing, and the impact of MOX fuel in light water reactors.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Geothermal Heat Storage: Choosing the Geothermal Heat Transfer Fluid](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-geothermal-heat-storage-choosing-the-geothermal-heat-transfer-fluid)

Extending nuclear power plant utilization through Nuclear Geothermal Heat Storage, comparing water, CO2, and air as geofluids for efficient heat storage and recovery at varying temperatures.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Energy for Variable Electricity and Liquid Fuels Production: Integrating Nuclear with Renewables, Fossil Fuels, and Biomass for a Low-Carbon World](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-for-variable-electricity-and-liquid-fuels-production-integrating-nuclear-with-renewables-fossil-fuels-and-biomass-for-a-low-carbon-world)

Exploring hybrid nuclear-renewable energy systems for a low-carbon future, integrating nuclear with renewables, fossil fuels, and biomass to meet electricity and liquid fuel demands efficiently.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Conceptual Design of Nucelar Geothermal Energy Storage Systems for Variable Electricity Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/conceptual-design-of-nucelar-geothermal-energy-storage-systems-for-variable-electricity-production-1)

Innovative nuclear geothermal energy storage systems offer a sustainable solution for variable electricity production, enhancing the role of nuclear energy in a low-carbon future. Learn more.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Conceptual Design of Nucelar Geothermal Energy Storage Systems for Variable Electricity Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/conceptual-design-of-nucelar-geothermal-energy-storage-systems-for-variable-electricity-production)

Innovative nuclear geothermal energy storage enables variable electricity production, optimizing costs and efficiency for grid systems with seasonal demand variations. Learn about this advanced energy solution.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Tanker Producing Liquid Fuels from Air and Water: Applicable Technology for Land-Based Future Production of Commercial Liquid Fuels](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-tanker-producing-liquid-fuels-from-air-and-water-applicable-technology-for-land-based-future-production-of-commercial-liquid-fuels)

Discover the potential of shipboard liquid fuel production using advanced nuclear technologies and innovative CO2 capture systems to support naval operations efficiently.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear -Renewables Energy System for Hydrogen and Electricity Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-renewables-energy-system-for-hydrogen-and-electricity-production)

Discover how a nuclear-renewables energy system can efficiently produce electricity and hydrogen, addressing climate concerns and energy demands in the Dakotas region.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Energy for Simultaneous Low-Carbon Heavy-Oil Recovery and Gigawatt-Year Heat Storage for Peak Electricity Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-for-simultaneous-low-carbon-heavy-oil-recovery-and-gigawatt-year-heat-storage-for-peak-electricity-production)

Innovative nuclear-geothermal systems can enhance heavy oil recovery and provide peak electricity production, presenting a sustainable energy solution in a carbon-constrained world.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Hydrogen Using High-Temperature Electrolysis and Light-Water Reactors for Peak Electricity Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-hydrogen-using-high-temperature-electrolysis-and-light-water-reactors-for-peak-electricity-production)

Explore how light-water reactors and high-temperature electrolysis can be used to produce hydrogen for peak electricity production, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness in a low-carbon world.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Integration of Nuclear Energy with Oil Sands Projects for Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Naturaly Gas Consumption](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integration-of-nuclear-energy-with-oil-sands-projects-for-reduced-greenhouse-gas-emissions-and-naturaly-gas-consumption)

Exploring nuclear energy's potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and natural gas consumption in Alberta's oil sands projects, providing a sustainable and economically viable solution.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Public Attitudes Toward America’s Energy Options: Insights for Nuclear Energy](https://canes.mit.edu/media/public-attitudes-toward-americas-energy-options-insights-for-nuclear-energy)

Explore shifting public attitudes toward nuclear energy and other power sources, highlighting changes over time and key factors influencing preferences.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Hydrogen Production Steam Electrolysis Using a Super-critical CO₂-Cooled Fast Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/hydrogen-production-steam-electrolysis-using-a-super-critical-co-cooled-fast-reactor)

Explore the feasibility of hydrogen production through high-temperature steam electrolysis using a super-critical CO₂-cooled fast reactor for improved efficiency and sustainability.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[An Alternative to Gasoline: Synthetic Fuels from Nuclear Hydrogen and Captured CO2](https://canes.mit.edu/media/an-alternative-to-gasoline-synthetic-fuels-from-nuclear-hydrogen-and-captured-co2)

Discover how nuclear hydrogen and captured CO2 can produce synthetic fuels, reducing global warming and dependence on foreign oil. Learn about the potential and challenges of this innovative approach.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Technology and Canadian Oil Sands: Integration of Nuclear Power and in situ Oil Extraction](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-technology-and-canadian-oil-sands-integration-of-nuclear-power-and-in-situ-oil-extraction)

Explore how integrating nuclear power with Canadian oil sands extraction could reduce CO2 emissions and lower energy costs compared to natural gas.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Optimization of the Hybrid Sulfur Cycle for Hydrogen Generation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/optimization-of-the-hybrid-sulfur-cycle-for-hydrogen-generation)

Optimizing the hybrid sulfur cycle can significantly enhance hydrogen production efficiency, reducing energy consumption and improving sustainability in hydrogen generation processes.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[The Attributes of a Nuclear-Assisted Gas Turbine Power Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-attributes-of-a-nuclear-assisted-gas-turbine-power-cycle)

Explore how combining nuclear reactors with natural gas turbines can reduce costs and greenhouse gas emissions in power generation. Discover the economic and environmental benefits.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Hydrogen Production Using High Temperature Steam Electrolysis and Gas Reactors with Supercritical CO2 Cycles](https://canes.mit.edu/media/hydrogen-production-using-high-temperature-steam-electrolysis-and-gas-reactors-with-supercritical-co2-cycles)

Exploring the integration of high temperature steam electrolysis with supercritical CO2 cycles and advanced gas reactors for efficient hydrogen production.

 September 19, 2024

[NES Nuclear Energy and Sustainability](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/nes-nuclear-energy-and-sustainability)

[Nuclear Energy Options for Hydrogen and Hydrogen-based Liquid Fuels Production](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-options-for-hydrogen-and-hydrogen-based-liquid-fuels-production)

Exploring nuclear energy for efficient hydrogen and liquid fuel production, assessing advanced reactors and processes for economic and technical viability.

 September 19, 2024

[MRR Reactor Redesign Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/mrr-reactor-redesign-program)

[Thermal Hydraulic Analysis of a Low-Enrichment Uranium Core for the MIT Research Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/thermal-hydraulic-analysis-of-a-low-enrichment-uranium-core-for-the-mit-research-reactor)

Thermal hydraulic analysis supports the MIT research reactor's transition to low-enrichment uranium, optimizing core design and ensuring safety and efficiency.

 September 19, 2024

[MRR Reactor Redesign Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/mrr-reactor-redesign-program)

[Development of a Low Enrichment Uranium Core for the MIT Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/development-of-a-low-enrichment-uranium-core-for-the-mit-reactor)

MIT researchers develop a low enrichment uranium core for their reactor, enhancing flexibility and neutron flux for experiments while ensuring safety and efficiency.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Evaluation of Uranium Carbide and Sulfide Fuels for a Gas-Cooled Fast Reactor Utilizing Dry Reprocessing](https://canes.mit.edu/media/evaluation-of-uranium-carbide-and-sulfide-fuels-for-a-gas-cooled-fast-reactor-utilizing-dry-reprocessing)

Evaluation of uranium carbide and sulfide fuels for gas-cooled fast reactors and their compatibility with CO2 for effective dry reprocessing.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Use of the Prestressed Cast Iron Vessel in Nuclear Reactor Applications](https://canes.mit.edu/media/use-of-the-prestressed-cast-iron-vessel-in-nuclear-reactor-applications)

Reviewing the use of Prestressed Cast Iron Vessels in nuclear reactors, highlighting their benefits for Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors and other global applications.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Neutronic Evaluation of GFR Breed and Burn Fuels](https://canes.mit.edu/media/neutronic-evaluation-of-gfr-breed-and-burn-fuels)

Neutronic evaluation of GFR fuels identifies promising options for breed and burn operations, enhancing economic performance and uranium utilization without reprocessing.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Design of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger for the S-CO₂ Cycle and Laminar Flow in Microchannel Heat Exchangers](https://canes.mit.edu/media/design-of-shell-and-tube-heat-exchanger-for-the-s-co-cycle-and-laminar-flow-in-microchannel-heat-exchangers)

Design insights for a shell and tube heat exchanger in the S-CO₂ cycle, and laminar flow in microchannel heat exchangers.

 September 19, 2024

[Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads) [GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Aerodynamic Design of Turbine for S-CO₂ Brayton Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/aerodynamic-design-of-turbine-for-s-co-brayton-cycle)

Efficient aerodynamic design of turbines for the supercritical CO2 Brayton cycle, leveraging modified NASA codes for optimal performance in Generation IV reactors.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Analysis of a Natural Convection Loop for POST-LOCA GCFR Decay Heat Removal](https://canes.mit.edu/media/analysis-of-a-natural-convection-loop-for-post-loca-gcfr-decay-heat-removal)

Analysis of natural convection loops for GCFR post-LOCA decay heat removal using improved computer code for reliable and efficient energy extraction.

 September 19, 2024

[GFR Gas-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/gfr-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

[Selection of Materials for a Supercritical CO₂ Cooled](https://canes.mit.edu/media/selection-of-materials-for-a-supercritical-co-cooled)

Exploring material options for supercritical CO2 gas-cooled fast reactors, focusing on corrosion resistance and performance at high pressures and temperatures.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[2024 Total Cost Projection of Next AP1000](https://canes.mit.edu/media/2024-total-cost-projection-of-next-ap1000)

2024 Total Cost Projection of Next AP1000: Explore the insights and latest developments in Advanced Nuclear Power Program and its impact on a low-carbon future.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[CONSEQUENCE-BASED SECURITY OF A SODIUM-COOLED GRAPHITE-MODERATED THERMAL MICROREACTOR (SGTR)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/consequence-based-security-of-a-sodium-cooled-graphite-moderated-thermal-microreactor-sgtr)

Explore the consequence-based security analysis of a sodium-cooled graphite-moderated thermal microreactor and its implications for advanced reactor licensing and economic viability.

 January 28, 2025

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[Feasibility Study of Decentralized Hydrogen Production Using Nuclear Batteries](https://canes.mit.edu/media/feasibility-study-of-decentralized-hydrodren-production-using-nuclear-batteries)

Exploring the feasibility and economics of decentralized hydrogen production using nuclear batteries, focusing on California projects and cost analyses for effective implementation.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[A Cybersecurity Framework for Nuclear Microreactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-cybersecurity-framework-for-nuclear-microreactors)

Cybersecurity framework tailored for nuclear microreactors to enhance protection and minimize risks during the design phase of modular microreactors.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[Capital Cost Evaluation of Advanced Water-Cooled Reactor Designs With Consideration of Uncertainty and Risk](https://canes.mit.edu/media/capital-cost-evaluation-of-advanced-water-cooled-reactor-designs-with-consideration-of-uncertainty-and-risk)

Evaluating advanced water-cooled reactor designs to lower capital costs and risks, essential for nuclear industry's role in decarbonization and meeting the 1.5°C target by 2050.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program) [Report Downloads](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/report-downloads)

[Overnight Capital Cost of the Next AP1000](https://canes.mit.edu/media/overnight-capital-cost-of-the-next-ap1000)

Explore the challenges and costs associated with the AP1000 nuclear power plant amidst the push for carbon-free energy and deep decarbonization targets.

 September 19, 2024

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[The Value of Nuclear Microreactors in Providing Heat and Electricity to Alaskan Communities](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-value-of-nuclear-microreactors-in-providing-heat-and-electricity-to-alaskan-communities)

Evaluating the cost efficiency of nuclear microreactors for heat and electricity in Alaskan communities, focusing on natural gas availability, heat load, and emission reduction goals.

 September 19, 2024

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[Markets and Economic Requirements for Fission Batteries and Other Nuclear Systems](https://canes.mit.edu/media/markets-and-economic-requirements-for-fission-batteries-and-other-nuclear-systems)

Explore the market and economic requirements for fission batteries and other nuclear systems, highlighting their role in a low-carbon future and recent advancements in nuclear technology.

 September 19, 2024

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[An Economic Evaluation of Micro-Reactors for the State of Washington](https://canes.mit.edu/media/an-economic-evaluation-of-micro-reactors-for-the-state-of-washington)

Exploring the economic feasibility of micro-reactors in Washington's energy market, focusing on electricity, heat, and hydrogen production potential.

 September 19, 2024

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[Separating Nuclear Reactors from the Power Block with Heat Storage: A New Power Plant Design Paradigm](https://canes.mit.edu/media/separating-nuclear-reactors-from-the-power-block-with-heat-storage-a-new-power-plant-design-paradigm)

Explore a new power plant design paradigm that separates nuclear reactors from the power block using heat storage for enhanced efficiency and lower costs.

 September 19, 2024

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[Symptom-Based Conditional Failure Probability Estimation for Selected Structures, Systems, and Components](https://canes.mit.edu/media/symptom-based-conditional-failure-probability-estimation-for-selected-structures-systems-and-components)

Estimating conditional failure probabilities using Bayesian networks to enhance decision support for advanced nuclear reactor operations and improve reliability of critical plant components.

 September 19, 2024

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[Japan’s Next Nuclear Energy System (JNext)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/japans-next-nuclear-energy-system-jnext)

Exploring Japan's innovative nuclear energy solutions for 2030 and beyond, including flexible power generation, industrial co-generation, and niche market applications with advanced reactor technologies.

 September 19, 2024

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[A Framework for Analyzing Nuclear Power Multiunit Accident Scenarios and Providing Accident Mitigation and Site Improvement Suggestions](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-framework-for-analyzing-nuclear-power-multiunit-accident-scenarios-and-providing-accident-mitigation-and-site-improvement-suggestions)

Explore a new framework for analyzing and mitigating multiunit nuclear power accidents, featuring insights from TEPCO engineers and improving site safety.

 September 19, 2024

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[Heat Storage Coupled to Generation IV Reactors for Variable Electricity from Base-load Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/heat-storage-coupled-to-generation-iv-reactors-for-variable-electricity-from-base-load-reactors)

Exploring how heat storage integrated with Generation IV reactors can offer variable electricity from base-load reactors, addressing the changing energy market and enhancing nuclear energy viability.

 September 19, 2024

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[Implications of Carbon Constraints on (1) the Electricity Generation Mix For the United States, China, France and United Kingdom and (2) Future Nuclear System Requirements](https://canes.mit.edu/media/implications-of-carbon-constraints-on-1-the-electricity-generation-mix-for-the-united-states-china-france-and-united-kingdom-and-2-future-nuclear-system-requirements)

Explore the impact of carbon constraints on electricity generation costs and future nuclear system requirements in the US, China, France, and the UK.

 September 19, 2024

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[Fluoride-Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactor (FHR) Temperature Control Options: Removing Decay Heat and Avoiding Salt Freezing](https://canes.mit.edu/media/fluoride-salt-cooled-high-temperature-reactor-fhr-temperature-control-options-removing-decay-heat-and-avoiding-salt-freezing)

Discover temperature control options for Fluoride-Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactors to efficiently remove decay heat and prevent coolant salt freezing.

 September 19, 2024

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[WP-Potential Applications of the Modern Nuclear Fuel Cycle to (South) Australia](https://canes.mit.edu/media/wp-potential-applications-of-the-modern-nuclear-fuel-cycle-to-south-australia-1)

Exploring opportunities and challenges in developing nuclear fuel cycle facilities in South Australia to aid in decarbonizing its power sector.

 September 26, 2024

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[WP-Potential Applications of the Modern Nuclear Fuel Cycle to (South) Australia,](https://canes.mit.edu/media/wp-potential-applications-of-the-modern-nuclear-fuel-cycle-to-south-australia)

Exploring modern nuclear fuel cycle applications in South Australia and their role in a low-carbon future, with insights from the NURETH-20 conference.

 September 19, 2024

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[Heat Storage Options for Sodium, Salt and Helium Cooled Reactors to Enable Variable Electricity to the Grid and Heat to Industry with Base-Load Operations](https://canes.mit.edu/media/heat-storage-options-for-sodium-salt-and-helium-cooled-reactors-to-enable-variable-electricity-to-the-grid-and-heat-to-industry-with-base-load-operations)

Explore heat storage solutions for sodium, salt, and helium-cooled reactors to enable variable electricity and industrial heat output while maintaining base-load operations.

 September 19, 2024

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[Integrated FHR Technology Development: Tritium Management, Materials Testing, Salt Chemistry Control, Thermal Hydraulics and Neutronics, Associated Benchmarking and Commercial Basis](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integrated-fhr-technology-development-tritium-management-materials-testing-salt-chemistry-control-thermal-hydraulics-and-neutronics-associated-benchmarking-1726684215536)

Discover the advancements in Fluoride-salt-cooled High-temperature Reactor (FHR) technology, from tritium management to commercialization efforts, driven by a multi-university research project.

 September 19, 2024

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[Integrated FHR Technology Development Final Report: Tritium Management, Materials Testing, Salt Chemistry Control, Thermal Hydraulics and Neutronics with Associated Benchmarking](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integrated-fhr-technology-development-final-report-tritium-management-materials-testing-salt-chemistry-control-thermal-hydraulics-and-neutronics-with-assoc-1726684140345)

Integrated FHR Technology Development Report: Key findings on tritium management, materials testing, and salt chemistry control for advanced nuclear reactors. Learn more from MIT's CANES program.

 September 19, 2024

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[Understanding Hydrogen/Tritium Behavior on Carbon to Predict and Control Tritium in Salt Reactors: Experiments, Modeling and Simulation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/understanding-hydrogen/tritium-behavior-on-carbon-to-predict-and-control-tritium-in-salt-reactors-experiments-modeling-and-simulation)

Discover how advanced research on carbon adsorption is revolutionizing tritium control in fluoride-salt-cooled high-temperature reactors for safer nuclear energy systems.

 September 19, 2024

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[Security and the Offshore Nuclear Plant (ONP): Security Simulation Testing and Analysis of the Multi-Layer Security System](https://canes.mit.edu/media/security-and-the-offshore-nuclear-plant-onp-security-simulation-testing-and-analysis-of-the-multi-layer-security-system)

Simulation testing improves security for offshore nuclear plants, reducing guard positions and operational costs while enhancing design effectiveness against various intruder scenarios.

 September 19, 2024

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[Techno-Economic Evaluation of Cross-Cutting Technologies for Cost Reduction in Nuclear Power Plants](https://canes.mit.edu/media/techno-economic-evaluation-of-cross-cutting-technologies-for-cost-reduction-in-nuclear-power-plants)

Explore how cross-cutting technologies can reduce nuclear power plant costs by up to 65%, ensuring a more economically viable and sustainable future for nuclear energy.

 September 19, 2024

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[Critical Assessment of Techniques, Markets and Overall Economics of Generation III+ and IV Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/critical-assessment-of-techniques-markets-and-overall-economics-of-generation-iii-and-iv-reactors)

Explore the economic potential and challenges of Generation III+ and IV nuclear reactors, focusing on cost, market viability, and technological readiness.

 September 19, 2024

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[WHY ARE MEGAPROJECTS, INCLUDING NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS, DELIVERED OVERBUDGET AND LATE? REASONS AND REMEDIES](https://canes.mit.edu/media/why-are-megaprojects-including-nuclear-power-plants-delivered-overbudget-and-late-reasons-and-remedies)

Discover why megaprojects, including nuclear power plants, often exceed budgets and deadlines, and explore potential solutions to these challenges.

 September 19, 2024

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[MIT-Japan Study: Future of Nuclear Power in a Low- Carbon World: The Need for Dispatchable Energy](https://canes.mit.edu/media/mit-japan-study-future-of-nuclear-power-in-a-low-carbon-world-the-need-for-dispatchable-energy)

Exploring the vital role of nuclear power and heat storage technologies in achieving an economic low-carbon energy system and addressing climate change challenges.

 September 18, 2024

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[Light Water Reactor Heat Storage for Peak Power and Increased Revenue: Focused Workshop on Near-Term Options](https://canes.mit.edu/media/light-water-reactor-heat-storage-for-peak-power-and-increased-revenue-focused-workshop-on-near-term-options)

Exploring how Light Water Reactor heat storage can transform nuclear power economics by enabling variable electricity production for peak power and increased revenue.

 September 19, 2024

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[Ship Collision and the Offshore Floating Nuclear Plant (OFNP): Analysis of Possible Threats and Security Measures](https://canes.mit.edu/media/ship-collision-and-the-offshore-floating-nuclear-plant-ofnp-analysis-of-possible-threats-and-security-measures)

Assessing ship collision threats to Offshore Floating Nuclear Plants, this analysis suggests regulatory and operational measures for mitigating risks and ensuring safety.

 September 19, 2024

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[Silicon Carbide Performance as Cladding for Advanced Uranium and Thorium Fuels for Light Water Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/silicon-carbide-performance-as-cladding-for-advanced-uranium-and-thorium-fuels-for-light-water-reactors)

Exploring silicon carbide cladding for advanced uranium and thorium fuels in light water reactors, focusing on achieving high burnup and addressing key performance challenges.

 September 19, 2024

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[TRITIUM CONTROL and CAPTURE in SALT-COOLED FISSION AND FUSION REACTORS: STATUS, CHALLENGES, and PATH FORWARD](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tritium-control-and-capture-in-salt-cooled-fission-and-fusion-reactors-status-challenges-and-path-forward)

Explore the status, challenges, and future directions in tritium control and capture for salt-cooled fission and fusion reactors.

 September 19, 2024

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[TRITIUM CONTROL and CAPTURE in SALT-COOLED FISSION AND FUSION REACTORS: EXPERIENTS, MODELS, and BENCHMARKING](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tritium-control-and-capture-in-salt-cooled-fission-and-fusion-reactors-experients-models-and-benchmarking)

Workshop on tritium control in salt-cooled reactors discussed shared challenges, experimental benchmarking, and collaborative efforts among top scientific institutions.

 September 19, 2024

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[Safety Analysis of OFNP-300 and OFNP-1100 \[for design basis events\]](https://canes.mit.edu/media/safety-analysis-of-ofnp-300-and-ofnp-1100-for-design-basis-events)

Safety analysis of OFNP-300 and OFNP-1100 explores the Offshore Floating Nuclear Plant designs, combining LWRs and floating platforms for efficient power generation and decommissioning.

 September 19, 2024

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[Design and Construction of an Offshore Floating Nuclear Power Plant](https://canes.mit.edu/media/design-and-construction-of-an-offshore-floating-nuclear-power-plant)

Discover the innovative design and rapid deployment potential of Offshore Floating Nuclear Power Plants for global energy solutions.

 September 19, 2024

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[Hydrodynamic Analysis of the Offshore Floating Nuclear Power Plant](https://canes.mit.edu/media/hydrodynamic-analysis-of-the-offshore-floating-nuclear-power-plant)

Hydrodynamic analysis of Offshore Floating Nuclear Plants in simulated sea states ensures robust performance and cost-effective mooring solutions for extreme storm conditions.

 September 19, 2024

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[Maximizing Nuclear Power Plant Performance via Mega-Uprates andSubsequent License Renewal](https://canes.mit.edu/media/maximizing-nuclear-power-plant-performance-via-mega-uprates-andsubsequent-license-renewal)

Discover how mega-uprates and life extensions can significantly boost nuclear power plant performance, offering an affordable path to expand carbon-free energy generation and enhance operational flexibility.

 September 19, 2024

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[An Inverted Pressurized Water Reactor Design With Twisted-Tape Swirl Promoters](https://canes.mit.edu/media/an-inverted-pressurized-water-reactor-design-with-twisted-tape-swirl-promoters)

Innovative IPWR design with twisted-tape swirl promoters boosts power density and performance, achieving 4786 MWt, 140% of the reference core power.

 September 19, 2024

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[Advanced Offshore Seabed Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/advanced-offshore-seabed-reactors)

Explore advanced underwater nuclear reactor designs, focusing on safety, compactness, and economic viability for deployment by 2030-2040. Discover the top viable concepts and their unique features.

 September 19, 2024

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[Preventing Fuel Failure for a Beyond Design Basis Accident in a Fluoride Salt Cooled High Temperature Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/preventing-fuel-failure-for-a-beyond-design-basis-accident-in-a-fluoride-salt-cooled-high-temperature-reactor)

Learn how the Fluoride Salt Cooled High Temperature Reactor prevents fuel failures during Beyond Design Basis Accidents, ensuring safety through innovative design and heat transfer mechanisms.

 September 19, 2024

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[Safety of Light Water Reactor Fuel with Silicon Carbide Cladding](https://canes.mit.edu/media/safety-of-light-water-reactor-fuel-with-silicon-carbide-cladding)

Discover the enhanced safety and performance of light water reactor fuel with silicon carbide cladding under high-temperature and accident conditions.

 September 19, 2024

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[Integrated Design of a Breed and Burn Gas-cooled Fast Reactor Core](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integrated-design-of-a-breed-and-burn-gas-cooled-fast-reactor-core)

Discover the innovative design of a Gas-cooled Fast Reactor operating in a Breed and Burn fuel cycle for sustainable, economical, and proliferation-resistant nuclear energy.

 September 19, 2024

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[Using Risk-Based Regulations for Licensing Nuclear Power Plants: Case Study of the Gas-cooled Fast Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/using-risk-based-regulations-for-licensing-nuclear-power-plants-case-study-of-the-gas-cooled-fast-reactor)

Discover how risk-based regulations can enhance the licensing process for Gas-cooled Fast Reactors, focusing on stability features and innovative models for SCWR designs.

 September 19, 2024

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[Analysis of Flow Instabilities in Supercritical Water-Cooled Nuclear Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/analysis-of-flow-instabilities-in-supercritical-water-cooled-nuclear-reactors)

Explore the stability analysis and flow instabilities in U.S. reference Supercritical Water-Cooled Nuclear Reactors for effective and safe operation.

 September 19, 2024

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[Reactor Physics Design of Supercritical CO2-Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/reactor-physics-design-of-supercritical-co2-cooled-fast-reactors)

Explore the reactor physics design of supercritical CO2-cooled fast reactors, focusing on efficiency, neutronic evaluations, and innovative fuel geometries for GEN-IV deployment.

 September 19, 2024

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[Design of Compact Intermediate Heat Exchangers for Gas Cooled Fast Reactors](https://canes.mit.edu/media/design-of-compact-intermediate-heat-exchangers-for-gas-cooled-fast-reactors)

Investigating the design of compact heat exchangers for gas-cooled fast reactors to enhance efficiency and economic performance using advanced modeling and optimization techniques.

 September 19, 2024

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[LOCA and Air Ingress Accident Analysis of a Pebble Bed Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/loca-and-air-ingress-accident-analysis-of-a-pebble-bed-reactor)

LOCA and air ingress analysis reveals pebble bed reactor's resilience and the need for cooling systems to maintain reactor vessel and cavity integrity. Further CFD studies planned.

 September 19, 2024

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[Deterministic Causality Analysis of the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor for Use with Risk-Based Safety Regulation](https://canes.mit.edu/media/deterministic-causality-analysis-of-the-pebble-bed-modular-reactor-for-use-with-risk-based-safety-regulation)

Risk-based regulatory analysis of the Pebble Bed Modular Reactor evaluates safety impacts of non-standard containment systems in advanced nuclear reactors.

 September 19, 2024

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[A Review of US Research Activities on Material Compatibility Issues in Nuclear Systems Using Heavy Liquid-Metal Coolant and Needs for Improved Materials](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-review-of-us-research-activities-on-material-compatibility-issues-in-nuclear-systems-using-heavy-liquid-metal-coolant-and-needs-for-improved-materials)

US researchers review material compatibility issues in nuclear systems using heavy liquid-metal coolants, highlighting corrosion mechanisms and the need for improved materials.

 September 19, 2024

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[Plant Design and Cost Estimation of a Natural Circulation Lead-Bismuth Reactor with Helium Power Conversion Cycle](https://canes.mit.edu/media/plant-design-and-cost-estimation-of-a-natural-circulation-lead-bismuth-reactor-with-helium-power-conversion-cycle)

Optimal design and cost estimation of a natural circulation lead-bismuth reactor with a helium power conversion cycle, focusing on key design parameters and cost-saving strategies.

 September 19, 2024

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[Modular Pebble Bed Reactor Project: Second Annual Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/modular-pebble-bed-reactor-project-second-annual-report)

Second Annual Report outlines advancements in the Modular Pebble Bed Reactor Project, focusing on fuel performance, safety, and proliferation resistance.

 September 19, 2024

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[Conceptual Design of a Large, Passive Pressure-Tube Light Water Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/conceptual-design-of-a-large-passive-pressure-tube-light-water-reactor)

Innovative design for a passive, light water pressure-tube reactor offers enhanced safety by operating without scram and maintaining stability during loss of coolant and station blackout scenarios.

 September 19, 2024

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[Verification and Validation of Safety Related Software](https://canes.mit.edu/media/verification-and-validation-of-safety-related-software)

Discover the challenges and strategies in completely testing safety-related software for nuclear power systems to ensure error-free operation and reliability.

 September 19, 2024

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[Special Computer Codes and Supplementary Data for the Conceptual Design of a Large, Passive, Pressure-tube LWR](https://canes.mit.edu/media/special-computer-codes-and-supplementary-data-for-the-conceptual-design-of-a-large-passive-pressure-tube-lwr)

Explore the conceptual design and data for a large, passive, pressure-tube LWR in our latest blog post. Learn about its potential in advancing nuclear energy.

 September 19, 2024

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[Integrated Containment/Hyperbolic Cooling Tower System](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integrated-containment/hyperbolic-cooling-tower-system)

Exploring the innovative integration of a nuclear reactor containment building within a hyperbolic cooling tower to enhance safety and efficiency.

 September 19, 2024

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[On the Complete Testing of Simple, Safety-Related Software](https://canes.mit.edu/media/on-the-complete-testing-of-simple-safety-related-software)

Exploring the necessity of complete testing for simple, safety-related software in the nuclear industry, highlighting key events and advancements in nuclear energy and thermal hydraulics.

 September 19, 2024

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[An Evaluation of Passive Spray Cooling for Nuclear Reactor Containments](https://canes.mit.edu/media/an-evaluation-of-passive-spray-cooling-for-nuclear-reactor-containments)

Evaluation of passive spray cooling in nuclear reactor containments, its significance, and discussions from NURETH-20 and NEC23 conferences. Discover insights on nuclear energy's role in a low-carbon future.

 September 18, 2024

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[Evaluation of Materials for the Pressure Tube Matrix of a Passive LWR Concept](https://canes.mit.edu/media/evaluation-of-materials-for-the-pressure-tube-matrix-of-a-passive-lwr-concept)

Evaluation of materials used in the pressure tube matrix of a passive LWR concept, focusing on advancements in nuclear energy within a low-carbon future. Learn more about recent developments and events.

 September 19, 2024

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[Conceptual Design of a Water Cooled Reactor with Passive Decay Heat Removal, DOE Progress Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/conceptual-design-of-a-water-cooled-reactor-with-passive-decay-heat-removal-doe-progress-report)

Explore the latest progress in the conceptual design of a water-cooled reactor with passive decay heat removal, highlighting advancements in nuclear energy for a low-carbon future.

 September 19, 2024

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[Transmutation Effects on Transuranic Waste Inventory and Its Repository Risk](https://canes.mit.edu/media/transmutation-effects-on-transuranic-waste-inventory-and-its-repository-risk)

Explore the impact of transmutation on transuranic waste inventory and repository risk reduction, highlighting key findings from the Advanced Nuclear Power Program.

 September 18, 2024

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[Integral Fast Reactor-Related Research‚ Subtask 1C: Analysis of IFR Demonstration Program, Final Report](https://canes.mit.edu/media/integral-fast-reactor-related-research-subtask-1c-analysis-of-ifr-demonstration-program-final-report)

Analysis of IFR Demonstration Program highlights key findings and future prospects for advanced nuclear power, featuring events and research from MIT CANES and American Nuclear Society.

 September 19, 2024

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[Conceptual Design of the Passive Light Water Cooled and Moderated Pressure Tube Reactor (PLPTR)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/conceptual-design-of-the-passive-light-water-cooled-and-moderated-pressure-tube-reactor-plptr)

Explore the conceptual design of the Passive Light Water Cooled and Moderated Pressure Tube Reactor (PLPTR) in our latest blog, highlighting advancements in nuclear power technology.

 September 19, 2024

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[ORNL/MIT Technical Support Tasks for USDOE/MITNE Integral Fast Reactor Program: Task 2, Environmental Impact Assessment](https://canes.mit.edu/media/ornl/mit-technical-support-tasks-for-usdoe/mitne-integral-fast-reactor-program-task-2-environmental-impact-assessment)

Environmental Impact Assessment for the USDOE/MITNE Integral Fast Reactor Program, highlighting key technical support tasks by ORNL and MIT.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[A Sensitivity Analysis of the Role of Human Actions for the Loss of Offsite Power Scenario](https://canes.mit.edu/media/a-sensitivity-analysis-of-the-role-of-human-actions-for-the-loss-of-offsite-power-scenario)

Explore the impact of human actions on the loss of offsite power in nuclear facilities, with insights from recent studies and industry conferences.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[The Effects of Noncondensable Gases on Steam Condensation under Turbulent Natural Convection Conditions](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-effects-of-noncondensable-gases-on-steam-condensation-under-turbulent-natural-convection-conditions)

Explore the impact of noncondensable gases on steam condensation under turbulent natural convection, with insights from recent research and events in the nuclear energy sector.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Physics Considerations in a Passive Light Water Pressure Tube Reactor (PLPTR)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/physics-considerations-in-a-passive-light-water-pressure-tube-reactor-plptr)

Explore the physics considerations behind the innovative Passive Light Water Pressure Tube Reactor (PLPTR) and its implications for advanced nuclear power.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Concepts for a Pressure Tube Light Water Reactor with Passive Safety Features](https://canes.mit.edu/media/concepts-for-a-pressure-tube-light-water-reactor-with-passive-safety-features)

Explore innovative concepts for pressure tube light water reactors with passive safety features and their significance in advancing nuclear power technology.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[The Combined Hybrid System‚ A Symbiotic Thermal Reactor/Fast Reactor System for Power Generation and Radioactive Waste Toxicity Reduction](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-combined-hybrid-system-a-symbiotic-thermal-reactor/fast-reactor-system-for-power-generation-and-radioactive-waste-toxicity-reduction)

Explore the Combined Hybrid System, a novel approach integrating thermal and fast reactors to enhance power generation and reduce radioactive waste toxicity. Learn about its potential impact.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Passive Containment Cooling for a 900 MWe Reactor](https://canes.mit.edu/media/passive-containment-cooling-for-a-900-mwe-reactor)

Explore passive containment cooling systems for 900 MWe reactors and their role in advanced nuclear power programs, highlighting recent conferences and developments in nuclear energy.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[The Effective Thermal Conductivity of Prismatic MHTGR Fuel](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-effective-thermal-conductivity-of-prismatic-mhtgr-fuel)

Explore the effective thermal conductivity of prismatic MHTGR fuel and its significance in advanced nuclear power technologies. Learn more about related events and research findings.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[The Effects of Non-Condensable Gases on Steam Condensation under Turbulent Natural Convection Conditions](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-effects-of-non-condensable-gases-on-steam-condensation-under-turbulent-natural-convection-conditions)

Explore the impact of non-condensable gases on steam condensation under turbulent convection and the efficiency comparison between helium and air in MPBR energy-conversion cycles.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Passive Decay Heat Removal in Advanced Reactor Concepts](https://canes.mit.edu/media/passive-decay-heat-removal-in-advanced-reactor-concepts)

Exploring passive decay heat removal in advanced nuclear reactors, focusing on natural heat transfer mechanisms and innovative designs to enhance safety and efficiency.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[Out-of-Core Thermionic Space Nuclear Reactors: Design and Control Considerations](https://canes.mit.edu/media/out-of-core-thermionic-space-nuclear-reactors-design-and-control-considerations)

Explore the design and control considerations of out-of-core thermionic space nuclear reactors, including insights from the Advanced Nuclear Power Program.

 September 19, 2024

[ANP Advanced Nuclear Power Program](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/anp-advanced-nuclear-power-program)

[The Role of Actinide Burning and the Integral Fast Reactor in the Future of Nuclear Power](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-role-of-actinide-burning-and-the-integral-fast-reactor-in-the-future-of-nuclear-power)

Exploring the future of nuclear power with actinide burning and Integral Fast Reactors, crucial for sustainable energy solutions and reducing radioactive waste.

 September 19, 2024

[ANED Advances in Nuclear Energy Disciplines](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/aned-advances-in-nuclear-energy-disciplines)

[Departure from Nucleate Boiling and Pressure Drop Prediction for Tubes Containing Multiple Short-Length Twisted-Tape Swirl Promoters](https://canes.mit.edu/media/departure-from-nucleate-boiling-and-pressure-drop-prediction-for-tubes-containing-multiple-short-length-twisted-tape-swirl-promoters)

Study explores enhancing IPWR power density using short-length twisted-tapes, analyzing pressure drop and critical heat flux correlations for improved reactor performance.

 September 19, 2024

[ANED Advances in Nuclear Energy Disciplines](https://canes.mit.edu/media/tag/aned-advances-in-nuclear-energy-disciplines)

[The Efforts of Orientation Angle, Subcooling, Heat Flux, Mass Flux, and Pressure on Bubble Growth and Detachment in Subcooled Flow Boiling](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-efforts-of-orientation-angle-subcooling-heat-flux-mass-flux-and-pressure-on-bubble-growth-and-detachment-in-subcooled-flow-boiling)

Explore how orientation angle, subcooling, heat flux, mass flux, and pressure affect bubble growth and detachment in subcooled flow boiling using advanced high-speed video techniques.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/NEC24%20Group%20Photo.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-in-a-low-carbon-future-nec24)  January 17, 2025

[Nuclear Energy in a Low-Carbon Future NEC24](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-in-a-low-carbon-future-nec24)

Explore the role of nuclear energy in decarbonization and energy security, highlighted at MIT's 2024 short course attended by experts and decision makers.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/Rose_Lecture_078_1.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/2023-david-j.-rose-lecture-nuclear-technology-at-mit)  January 17, 2025

[2023 David J. Rose Lecture - Nuclear Technology at MIT](https://canes.mit.edu/media/2023-david-j.-rose-lecture-nuclear-technology-at-mit)

Rafael Mariano Grossi, IAEA Director General, delivered the 2023 David J. Rose Lecture at MIT, discussing nuclear technology advancements. The event featured a Q&A moderated by CANES Director Jacopo Buongiorno.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/NURETH23%20ANS_0.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nureth-20-fellow-american-nuclear-society-thermal-hydraulics-division)  January 17, 2025

[NURETH-20 Fellow: American Nuclear Society Thermal Hydraulics Division](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nureth-20-fellow-american-nuclear-society-thermal-hydraulics-division)

Professor Jacopo Buongiorno honored as NURETH Fellow at NURETH-20 for his contributions to nuclear reactor thermal-hydraulics. Professor Neil Todreas recaps the conference's 40-year history.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/NEC23%20Group%20Photo.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-in-a-low-carbon-future)  January 17, 2025

[Nuclear Energy in a Low-Carbon Future](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-energy-in-a-low-carbon-future)

Explore MIT's 2023 course on nuclear energy's role in decarbonization, featuring insights from experts and diverse participants.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/linkedin4%20(Gridlock).png)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/gridlocked-why-the-21st-century-is-broken-and-how-to-fix-it)  January 17, 2025

[GRIDLOCKED: Why the 21st Century is broken and how to fix it](https://canes.mit.edu/media/gridlocked-why-the-21st-century-is-broken-and-how-to-fix-it)

Explore the new podcast Gridlocked, tackling societal gridlock and energy solutions with insights from leading experts. Listen now to understand and address 21st-century challenges.

 January 17, 2025

[Screening of Oliver Stone’s Nuclear Now movie](https://canes.mit.edu/media/screening-of-oliver-stones-nuclear-now-movie)

MIT CANES hosted a screening of Oliver Stone’s Nuclear Now movie, exploring nuclear energy's role in combating climate change and energy poverty.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/_DSC9353.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/symposium-handouts)  January 17, 2025

[Symposium Handouts](https://canes.mit.edu/media/symposium-handouts)

Discover insights from the Nuclear Everywhere? symposium on how emerging technologies and policies are driving the mainstream adoption of nuclear energy. Access presentations, photos, and videos from the event.

 January 17, 2025

[The John Clark Hardwick (1986) Career Development Professor, Koroush Shirvan received the Landis Young Member Engineering Award](https://canes.mit.edu/media/the-john-clark-hardwick-1986-career-development-professor-koroush-shirvan-received-the-landis-young-member-engineering-award)

Koroush Shirvan, MIT professor, honored with Landis Young Member Engineering Award for outstanding contributions to nuclear technology at the 2023 ANS Annual Meeting.

 January 17, 2025

[ICAPP Best Paper Award - Three students of Professor Jacopo Buongiorno](https://canes.mit.edu/media/icapp-best-paper-award-three-students-of-professor-jacopo-buongiorno)

Three students of Professor Buongiorno win Best Paper Award at ICAPP 2023 for their innovative work on nuclear microreactors.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/52094051826_c7fef07089_b.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/symposium-handouts-0)  January 17, 2025

[Symposium on Nuclear Everywhere](https://canes.mit.edu/media/symposium-handouts-0)

Discover insights from the Nuclear Everywhere? symposium on how emerging technologies and policies are driving the mainstream adoption of nuclear energy. Access presentations, photos, and videos from the event.

 January 17, 2025

[Visit by Tokyo Tech and the Japanese industry](https://canes.mit.edu/media/visit-by-tokyo-tech-and-the-japanese-industry)

Tokyo Tech and Japanese industry leaders, including TEPCO and Hitachi, met with CANES to discuss nuclear energy's future in Japan and globally.

 January 17, 2025

[Daniel Stack former NSE student who founded Electrified Thermal Solutions](https://canes.mit.edu/media/daniel-stack-former-nse-student-who-founded-electrified-thermal-solutions)

Daniel Stack, an NSE PhD graduate, wins the DOE Energy Storage Innovations Prize for his startup Electrified Thermal Solutions and its groundbreaking electrically conductive firebrick technology.

 January 17, 2025

[Jiankai Yu](https://canes.mit.edu/media/jiankai-yu)

Discover Jiankai Yu's journey in nuclear engineering, his contributions to OpenMC code, and his role at MIT's Center of Nuclear Energy Systems.

 January 17, 2025

[Recipient of ANS Radiation Science and Technology Award (IRD)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/recipient-of-ans-radiation-science-and-technology-award-ird)

Dr. Lin-wen Hu received the 2022 Radiation Science and Technology Award from the American Nuclear Society for contributions to industrial and creative applications of radiation sciences.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/Nuclear%20Batteries%20Shine%20at%20Energy%20Night%201.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-batteries-shine-at-energy-night)  January 17, 2025

[Nuclear Batteries Shine at Energy Night](https://canes.mit.edu/media/nuclear-batteries-shine-at-energy-night)

Nuclear Batteries showcased their innovative technology at MIT Energy Night 2021, highlighting their potential in decarbonizing and enhancing global energy infrastructure.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/MIT_Museum_TeamPic_0.jpg)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/multiphase-turbulence-mechanisms-identification-from-consistent-analysis-of-direct-numerical-simulation-data)  January 17, 2025

[Multiphase turbulence mechanisms identification from consistent analysis of direct numerical simulation data](https://canes.mit.edu/media/multiphase-turbulence-mechanisms-identification-from-consistent-analysis-of-direct-numerical-simulation-data)

DNS analysis reveals the impact of bubble deformability on turbulence, guiding the development of models for multiphase flow in nuclear reactors.

[![](https://canes.mit.edu/hubfs/EB_pic_0.png)](https://canes.mit.edu/media/advancing-radiative-heat-transfer-modeling-in-high-temperature-liquid-salts)  January 17, 2025

[Advancing Radiative Heat Transfer Modeling in High-Temperature Liquid Salts](https://canes.mit.edu/media/advancing-radiative-heat-transfer-modeling-in-high-temperature-liquid-salts)

Enhancing radiative heat transfer modeling in high-temperature liquid salts through experimental absorption measurements and CFD simulations for improved low-carbon power systems.

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