Radiochemical and nuclear chemical engineering are part of the scientific backbone for technologies critical to nuclear security and nonproliferation. These disciplines provide essential expertise in the chemical manipulation, characterization, and control of nuclear materials, which underpin the development of advanced tools for detecting and mitigating nuclear threats. By advancing fundamental and applied studies in separations chemistry, the nuclear fuel cycle, isotope production, and optical and quantum sensing, the Nuclear Chemical Engineering Focus Area drives innovation in the development of nuclear safeguards and threat response capabilities while developing a highly trained workforce capable of navigating evolving nuclear security challenges.
Key Personnel in Focus Area:
- Co-lead: R. Abergel, University of California, Berkeley
- Co-lead: K. Czerwinski, University of Nevada, Las Vegas