Nuclear Science & Technology (NST)

Section Information

Nuclear Science and Technology focus on the study and application of nuclear processes, radiation, and atomic energy for power generation, medicine, industry, and research. The field integrates nuclear physics, engineering, materials science, and safety management to develop reliable and secure nuclear systems.

Current research includes reactor design, radiation detection, nuclear fuel cycles, radioactive waste management, fusion energy, and nuclear safety systems. Advances in advanced reactor concepts, small modular reactors, radiation shielding materials, and digital monitoring technologies are shaping modern nuclear technologies.

This section publishes theoretical analyses, experimental investigations, reactor modeling studies, safety assessments, and review articles related to nuclear systems and radiation technologies.

Scope

Nuclear Reactor Engineering

• Reactor design and thermal hydraulics
• Small modular and advanced reactors
• Fuel performance and burnup analysis
• Reactor safety and control systems

Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials

• Fuel fabrication and reprocessing
• Spent fuel management
• Radiation effects on materials
• Corrosion and degradation in nuclear environments

Radiation Detection and Measurement

• Radiation sensors and instrumentation
• Dosimetry and exposure assessment
• Imaging systems using nuclear radiation
• Environmental radiation monitoring

Nuclear Safety and Risk Assessment

• Probabilistic safety analysis
• Accident modeling and mitigation
• Emergency preparedness planning
• Regulatory compliance and standards

Fusion and Advanced Nuclear Technologies

• Fusion reactor concepts
• Plasma physics applications
• High-energy particle systems
• Next-generation nuclear energy solutions

Nuclear Applications in Medicine and Industry

• Nuclear imaging and radiotherapy
• Industrial radiography
• Radioisotope production
• Food irradiation and sterilization

Waste Management and Environmental Protection

• Radioactive waste treatment and disposal
• Geological storage solutions
• Decommissioning of nuclear facilities
• Environmental impact assessment

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Papers Published

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