United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory https://uknnl.com/ United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:46:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 UKNNL publishes latest NuClear Science: Case Studies series https://uknnl.com/2026/09/uknnl-publishes-latest-nuclear-science-case-studies-series/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-publishes-latest-nuclear-science-case-studies-series Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:46:47 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22473 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has published the latest edition of its NuClear Science: Case Studies series, showcasing how science, innovation and collaboration are helping to address nationally important challenges across the UK nuclear sector. The publication marks the culmination of five years of UKNNL’s Science and Technology Agenda and highlights a selection of […]

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]]> UKNNL welcomes Matt Leedham as Chief Transformation Officer https://uknnl.com/2026/09/uknnl-welcomes-matt-leedham-as-chief-transformation-officer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-welcomes-matt-leedham-as-chief-transformation-officer Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:50:57 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22382 Matt Leedham has today (1 September 2026) joined United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) as Chief Transformation Officer, completing UKNNL’s Executive Leadership Team. Matt brings 28 years of nuclear and change leadership experience to the role, including 16 years at EDF Energy and 12 years as a consultant where he led strategic change programmes across […]

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]]> UKNNL Awarded Nuclear Safeguards Programme Contract  https://uknnl.com/2026/08/uknnl-awarded-nuclear-safeguards-programme-contract/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uknnl-awarded-nuclear-safeguards-programme-contract Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:12:33 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22369 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) has been awarded the Nuclear Safeguards Programme (NSP) contract by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), securing a £10.5 million commitment over an initial 3.5-year term, with the potential for further extension.  The award continues the UK’s 45 years of support to the global nuclear safeguards […]

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]]> Paving the way for the future of fission: Interim Report of UK Fission Materials Roadmap published  https://uknnl.com/2026/07/paving-the-way-for-the-future-of-fission-interim-report-of-uk-fission-materials-roadmap-published/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=paving-the-way-for-the-future-of-fission-interim-report-of-uk-fission-materials-roadmap-published Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:42:30 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22337 United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) and the Henry Royce Institute have today published the UK Fission Materials Roadmap Interim Report, bringing together the collective expertise of over 100 specialists from 34 institutions to set out a strategic direction for UK fission materials research and development.  The interim report is extremely timely following the recent announcement that UKNNL, Rolls-Royce and the Japan […]

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]]> Recognised on the World Stage: 45 Years of Keeping Nuclear Materials Secure https://uknnl.com/2026/07/recognised-on-the-world-stage-45-years-of-keeping-nuclear-materials-secure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recognised-on-the-world-stage-45-years-of-keeping-nuclear-materials-secure Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:25:50 +0000 https://uknnl.com/?p=22318 The UK’s contribution to the global nuclear safeguards programme has received formal recognition from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) is right at the heart of that achievement. Nuclear safeguards are the technical measures used to verify that states comply with their international treaty obligations not to misuse […]

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]]> 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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