NuClear Science Case Studies

Highlights from across our portfolio of Science and Technology to showcase how we're delivering on our critical mission: to enable and deliver nuclear outcomes for government and support the growth of the UK nuclear sector

2025 Core science

Supporting research into safe and secure disposal of nuclear waste

UKNNL research is providing insights to support the location and design of future radioactive waste disposal deep underground.

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2025 Core science

An innovative production route for medical radioactive isotopes

Innovative research from UKNNL chemists has created and opportunity to secure sustainable supplies of medical radionuclides for serious disease diagnosis and treatment

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2025 Core science

Developing flexible reactor coolant testing facilities

Through academic partnerships UKNNL is working to test and develop materials and chemistry improvements for both the current and next generation of nuclear reactors.

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2024 Core science

Materials science enabling a low-carbon future

We’ve pioneered materials testing methods to support advanced reactors being developed to supply the UK with clean, safe power for generations to come.

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