United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory https://uknnl.com/ United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:31:03 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Preston Scientist Awarded MBE for Pioneering Work That Could Transform Cancer Treatment  https://uknnl.com/2026/07/preston-scientist-awarded-mbe-for-pioneering-work-that-could-transform-cancer-treatment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preston-scientist-awarded-mbe-for-pioneering-work-that-could-transform-cancer-treatment Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:31:01 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22305 One of our senior scientists, Dr Howard Greenwood, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to Nuclear Waste Management – work that is quietly laying the foundations for a revolution in cancer care. Howard is a Principal Scientist working on Project Alpha 10.6 at UKNNL’s Preston Laboratory, who has spent […]

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]]> UKNNL and The University of Manchester sign landmark nuclear partnership agreement https://uknnl.com/2026/07/uknnl-and-the-university-of-manchester-sign-landmark-nuclear-partnership-agreement/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-and-the-university-of-manchester-sign-landmark-nuclear-partnership-agreement Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:07 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22292 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) and The University of Manchester have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalising a wide-ranging partnership to advance nuclear science, grow the UK’s nuclear workforce, and strengthen the country’s position as a global leader in nuclear technology. The agreement was signed at the University by UKNNL Chief Executive Officer […]

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]]> New International Collaboration for Advanced Nuclear Technology https://uknnl.com/2026/06/new-international-collaboration-for-advanced-nuclear-technology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-international-collaboration-for-advanced-nuclear-technology Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:44:29 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22274 In the first example of United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) delivering on its role set out in the government’s Advanced Nuclear Framework, it has welcomed the signing of two Memorandums of Cooperation (MoC) with Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) and Rolls-Royce on developing advanced nuclear reactor and fuels technology. The formal signing ceremony was […]

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]]> Nuclear’s Moment: Dr Tim Gregory in Conversation with Minister Vallance https://uknnl.com/2026/05/nuclears-moment-dr-tim-gregory-in-conversation-with-minister-vallance/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nuclears-moment-dr-tim-gregory-in-conversation-with-minister-vallance Wed, 13 May 2026 12:35:52 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22229 As Britain prepares for a new golden age of nuclear, UKNNL’s Dr Tim Gregory sat down with Nuclear Minister Lord Vallance to discuss what this means for our energy future, our economy, and the country’s long-term ambitions. From the promise of small modular reactors to the realities of nuclear waste management, and from the Fingleton […]

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]]> UKNNL Strengthens Leadership with New Chief Financial Officer and Non-Executive Director https://uknnl.com/2026/05/uknnl-strengthens-leadership-with-new-chief-finance-officer-and-non-executive-director/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-strengthens-leadership-with-new-chief-finance-officer-and-non-executive-director Wed, 06 May 2026 13:31:53 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22215 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has announced the appointment of Brian Tenner as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Mandy Clarke as a Non-Executive Director, further strengthening UKNNL’s leadership as the organisation continues to deliver on its mission. The appointments reflect a deliberate and purposeful approach to building the right leadership for UKNNL’s next chapter, […]

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]]> Showcasing science that’s cleaning up the UK’s nuclear legacy https://uknnl.com/2026/04/showcasing-science-thats-cleaning-up-the-uks-nuclear-legacy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=showcasing-science-thats-cleaning-up-the-uks-nuclear-legacy Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22210 The United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has published its Environmental Restoration Public Interest Reinvestment report for 2024-25, setting out the breadth of science and technology work being carried out to support the safe and efficient clean-up of the UK’s nuclear sites. UKNNL’s mission is to enable and deliver nuclear outcomes for government and to […]

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]]> 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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