Launch of major University nuclear centre

Researchers in the new labs analysing samples for uranium and iron

Researchers in the new labs analysing samples for uranium and iron


A major launch event for a new nuclear research centre will take place this week at The University of Manchester.

More than 120 delegates from industry, commerce and academia will attend the launch of the Research Centre for Radwaste and Decommissioning (RCRD) on Wednesday [November 9th].

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The launch will highlight the research carried out by academics working within the centre and their collaborations with a range of partners. This work is focussed on the geosphere/biosphere, engineering and materials aspects of nuclear waste disposal and nuclear decommissioning as the UK seeks safe, long term solutions for handling our complex nuclear legacy.

Since the centre began its first operations last year, more than
 
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