Becky Romatoski: Reducing risk in next-generation reactors
Nuclear science and engineering graduate student Becky Romatoski analyzes range of uncertainties in MIT’s salt-cooled nuclear reactor project.
Sean Lowder: A path to naval nuclear engineering
Nuclear science and engineering senior Sean Lowder is taking his expertise to Washington and the U.S. Navy.
New method enables real-time monitoring of materials during irradiation
Technique will enable continuous measurement of damage to materials in high-radiation environments.
Zach Hartwig: Applying diverse skills in pursuit of a fusion breakthrough
Newly-appointed Assistant Professor Zach Hartwig's mission is to use nuclear technology to benefit society and the environment.
David Carpenter: Purpose driven to the core
Nuclear scientist David Carpenter found his calling at MIT's Nuclear Reactor Laboratory — improving the performance and safety of nuclear power plants.
Monica Pham: Advancing nuclear power and empowering girls
Sophomore researches fusion energy and promotes STEM opportunities for young women.
Exelon Generation supports research on advanced nuclear fuel cladding coatings
Exelon Generation funding for the MIT Center for Advanced Nuclear Energy Systems could transform the performance of the fuel cladding in light water reactors.
Sara Hauptman: Learning to operate a nuclear reactor
MIT student is part of an elite crew of licensed nuclear reactor operators.
Julien Barber: Protecting magnets and the environment
Master's candidate explores ways to cool high-temperature superconductors used in fusion research.
A showcase of nuclear science and engineering at MIT
Nuclear Science and Engineering Expo provides an opportunity for prospective grad students and the MIT community to learn about department research.
Setting the pace for change in the energy sector
MIT energy and climate thought leaders play integral part in discussions at CERAWeek 2017.
Celebrating the homecoming of Ernest Moniz
Fresh from nearly four years as U.S. Energy Secretary, Moniz returns to his roots at MIT.
New faculty strengthen, broaden MIT’s energy expertise
MIT's newest faculty bring a wide array of energy interests and developments to the Institute.
Otto Harling, professor emeritus of nuclear engineering, dies at 85
Longtime Nuclear Research Lab director made advances in nuclear and condensed-matter physics, nuclear materials, reactor technology, and nuclear medicine.
Featured video: Touring MIT's nuclear facilities
Two graduate students provide an inside look at MIT's network of nuclear facilities and labs that mimic the footprint of a national lab.