United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory https://uknnl.com/ United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:17:21 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 UKNNL and EDF are Keeping Britain’s Lights On  https://uknnl.com/2026/04/uknnl-and-edf-are-keeping-britains-lights-on/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-and-edf-are-keeping-britains-lights-on Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:14:58 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22201 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL)’s six-year contract with EDF to provide vital engineering services is up and running, and it’s helping to keep Britain’s nuclear power stations running safely and efficiently.  The Supply of Engineering Services and Support (SESS) contract sees UKNNL’s expert teams continue their essential work supporting EDF’s fleet of Advanced Gas-cooled Reactors (AGRs) – power stations that provide reliable, low-carbon […]

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]]> How does curiosity connect the best of British Science? https://uknnl.com/2026/03/how-does-curiosity-connect-the-best-of-british-science/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-does-curiosity-connect-the-best-of-british-science Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:58:11 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22187 By Gareth Headdock, Chief Science and Technology Officer and Deputy CEO, United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL)  This week is British Science week and, for 2026, the theme is curiosity: what’s your question?   It’s a question that, for me, starts close to home. When I speak with many colleagues at UKNNL about their career journeys, I hear a remarkably […]

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]]> Britain’s Nuclear Moment: now is the time to turn energy into action   https://uknnl.com/2026/02/britains-nuclear-moment-now-is-the-time-to-turn-energy-into-action/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=britains-nuclear-moment-now-is-the-time-to-turn-energy-into-action Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:33:21 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22175 Gareth Headdock, Chief Science and Technology Officer and Deputy CEO at United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) reflects on recent developments across the nuclear sector.    Nuclear Week in Parliament Looking around UKNNL’s showcase during Nuclear Week in Parliament last month, it was fantastic to feel the buzz in the room. The room was a hive of activity with UKNNL’s scientific experts from across our facilities demonstrating our cutting-edge research – from how […]

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]]> University of Manchester welcomed to Workington Laboratory https://uknnl.com/2026/02/university-of-manchester-welcomed-to-workington-laboratory/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=university-of-manchester-welcomed-to-workington-laboratory Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:59:59 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22163 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) welcomed the Vice Chancellor and President of the University of Manchester, Professor Duncan Ivison, to its Workington Laboratory last week. The visit showcased the strength of the longstanding collaboration between the two organisations and their joint work developing a pipeline of skilled nuclear researchers. Professor Ivison was joined by […]

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]]> UKNNL Announces Key Appointments to Deliver its Mission  https://uknnl.com/2026/02/uknnl-announces-key-appointments-to-deliver-its-mission/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-announces-key-appointments-to-deliver-its-mission Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:14:54 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22123 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has announced a series of leadership appointments designed to strengthen the organisation’s ability to deliver its mission for government, the nuclear sector, customers and society.   Bringing together deep sector expertise, scientific leadership, operational excellence and a commitment to UKNNL’s leadership values, the appointments position UKNNL to meet the challenges and opportunities of implementing its 10-year transformation as laid out in the Strategic Review.  David Scott appointed Interim Chair  David Scott joins UKNNL’s board as […]

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]]> UKNNL and Bangor University partnership to power North Wales’ nuclear expertise and technology https://uknnl.com/2026/02/uknnl-and-bangor-university-partnership-to-power-north-wales-nuclear-expertise-and-technology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-and-bangor-university-partnership-to-power-north-wales-nuclear-expertise-and-technology Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:20:04 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22112 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) and Bangor University in North Wales have renewed their partnership to drive forward cutting-edge nuclear research and develop the skilled workforce needed for the UK’s nuclear future. The announcement comes just months after the government confirmed that Wylfa on Anglesey will host the UK’s first Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor […]

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]]> UKNNL welcomes launch of Advanced Nuclear Framework https://uknnl.com/2026/02/uknnl-welcomes-launch-of-advanced-nuclear-technologies-framework/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-welcomes-launch-of-advanced-nuclear-technologies-framework Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:27:47 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22107 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has welcomed the launch of the Advanced Nuclear Framework, which sets out how privately-led nuclear projects can access support to bring new technologies to market in the UK. Announced by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero on 4 February, the first-of-its-kind Framework establishes a clear pathway for […]

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]]> UKNNL showcases world-leading nuclear science in Parliament https://uknnl.com/2026/01/uknnl-showcases-world-leading-nuclear-science-in-parliament/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-showcases-world-leading-nuclear-science-in-parliament Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:36:13 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22053 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) was delighted to bring to life in Westminster the brilliant work of our scientists, in a journey through our major laboratories. Through hands-on demonstrations, they highlighted the critical role of nuclear science in making Britain a clean energy superpower. Parliamentarians, industry leaders and partners at Nuclear Week in Parliament were taken on […]

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]]> Supporting a New Partnership in the Fight Against Cancer  https://uknnl.com/2025/12/supporting-a-new-partnership-in-the-fight-against-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=supporting-a-new-partnership-in-the-fight-against-cancer Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:51:55 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22025 Major partnership between cutting-edge biotech firm Bicycle Therapeutics and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) plans to deliver tens of thousands of cancer therapy doses annually -using UKNNL’s groundbreaking process for extracting key isotope.  UKNNL expertise at the heart of a breakthrough  Bicycle will apply UKNNL’s innovative extraction methods to obtain lead-212 – a valuable radionuclide – from reprocessed uranium materials.  As we […]

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]]> A Washing Machine with a Difference  https://uknnl.com/2025/12/a-washing-machine-with-a-difference/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-washing-machine-with-a-difference Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:39:09 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22001 We’re all familiar with our washing machines at home and at the laundrette, but did you know UKNNL has one that washes out uranium?  Spearheaded by senior waste residue chemist Tahera Docrat, principal scientist Howard Greenwood, and the pilot plant team at our Preston laboratory, this unique capability demonstrates exactly how we are enabling the […]

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