Events

Dr. Ishita Trivedi Computational Scientist Abstract: The seminar will introduce nuclear thermal propulsion (NTP) for deep-space missions, emphasizing particle bed reactor (PBR) concepts that enable high thrust-to-weight ratios and efficient hydrogen propellant utilization. The presentation will address critical challenges in reactor physics, fuel integrity under extreme heat flux, and thermal-hydraulic performance, while providing an overview…

Rusty Towell Director of NEXT Lab and Professor of Engineering and Physics Abstract: Abilene Christian University’s Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) Lab is working to design, license and build the leading advanced reactor project. The Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR) is a 1 MWth liquid fueled molten salt reactor sponsored by Natura Resources. To support…

SPECIAL TIME: 5:00 PM Hiroyuki Takahashi Institute of Engineering Innovation, The University of Tokyo   Abstract: This lecture is the final lecture of Hiroyuki Takahashi as a professor of the University of Tokyo. He first introduces his background and motivation of the research in radiation measurements. Then, he shows his research topics according to his…

Dr. Dominik Fritz   Abstract: Since 1961, the Gaerttner Electron Linear Accelerator Center (LINAC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has provided cutting-edge nuclear data to support the safe design and operation of naval and commercial nuclear reactors. Accurate nuclear data is critical to the successful design of various nuclear systems, and its associated uncertainty can often…

Abstract: Recent advances in time-of-flight detectors have transformed Positron Emission Tomography (PET), enabling more precise localization of radiotracers and improving imaging performance. At the same time, the growth of radiopharmaceutical therapy is creating new demands for faster, more sensitive Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) systems capable of handling higher-energy isotopes and larger fields of…

Abstract: Subcritical Systems Inc. is a venture-backed startup based in Austin, Texas dedicated to bringing the energy amplifier concept to the United States for safe generation of electrical power. Using a proton accelerator to sustain fission of nuclear fuel in a subcritical core, our innovative approach aims to transform energy production. I will describe the…

Abstract: Scientific discovery and engineering design does not end at publication or prototype- they gain power when thoughtfully protected and leveraged. This seminar introduces concepts of intellectual property (IP) and discusses how IP may be used as a tool for innovation, collaboration, investment, and commercialization. Bio: Mr. Moraru is an in-house attorney working at Nano Nuclear Energy…

Abstract: This seminar will review recent projects in high‑fidelity modeling and simulation of fission and fusion systems. The first example presents a full‑resolution model of the Molten Salt Reactor Experiment…

Bio: Ali Hanks is a Lecturer and Project Scientist in the Department of Nuclear Engineering at UC Berkeley, where she directs RadWatch and teaches E11, a hands-on radiation detection and…

Abstract Computation is poised to fundamentally reshape the future of thermal-hydraulics in nuclear engineering. Over the past two decades, the field has evolved dramatically, particularly in high-end simulation: from relatively…