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US regulator approves microreactor fuel qualification methodology

US regulator approves microreactor fuel qualification methodology

The NRC has issued its final safety evaluation approving the Fuel Qualification Methodology Topical Report for the advanced fuel design to be used in the KRONOS micro modular reactor energy system.

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Sam Altman steps down as chair of nuclear startup Oklo, clearing way for supply talks with AI companies

Sam Altman steps down as chair of nuclear startup Oklo, clearing way for supply talks with AI companies

Altman, who was an early-stage investor in US-based Oklo, will step down immediately and be replaced by Jacob DeWitte, the group’s chief executive officer and co-founder.

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Successful testing of GEH composite block

Successful testing of GEH composite block

A research team led by GEH has successfully tested a steel-concrete composite module, known as the Diaphragm Plate Steel Composite, designed to lower the cost of constructing nuclear reactor containment structures.

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Radiant wins DOE fuel for groundbreaking nuclear reactor test

Radiant wins DOE fuel for groundbreaking nuclear reactor test

This isn’t just a win for Radiant; it’s a significant stride for the future of nuclear energy, particularly in remote, challenging, and critical environments.

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Reactive Research: Illinois University, NANO Nuclear planning to build on-campus test reactor

Reactive Research: Illinois University, NANO Nuclear planning to build on-campus test reactor

The latest deal establishes the University of Illinois as a partner in the licensing, siting, public engagement and research operations of the KRONOS MMR.

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