University of Manchester - Archive Dalton-Nuclear-Institute
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2026
07
September
2026
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10:13
Europe/London
A new review paper from the Dalton Nuclear Institute at The University of Manchester uses a Tube map design to examine how closing the nuclear fuel cycle - recycling and reusing materials from used fuel - improves the sustainability of nuclear …
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04
September
2026
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15:25
Europe/London
Pupils from across Manchester explored the exciting worlds of fusion energy, materials science and engineering at the first ever Fusion Academy Summer School, a week-long programme delivered by the Fusion Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) and …
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02
September
2026
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10:14
Europe/London
Fusion energy is moving from experimental research towards engineering demonstration, with the UK investing significantly in its development and private investment growing rapidly. As fusion technology matures, its applications could extend beyond …
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28
August
2026
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10:47
Europe/London
A new paper from the Dalton Nuclear Institute at The University of Manchester examines whether the non-proliferation regime has kept pace with fusion energy as it moves towards commercial deployment.Titled ‘A new look at non-proliferation for fusion …
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26
August
2026
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10:36
Europe/London
Early-career researcher, Charlotte Brown, reflects on attending the Royal Academy of Engineering’s International Women in Engineering Day Leadership Lunch, a chance for women across the sector to connect beyond the pace of everyday work. The event …
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24
August
2026
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10:25
Europe/London
In this blog, Liutauras Kiltinavicius reflects on attending the IAEA Conference on Topical Issues in Nuclear Installation Safety in Vienna, exploring how international collaboration, innovation, regulation and leadership are shaping the future of …
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12
August
2026
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13:51
Europe/London
The two-day event provided an excellent forum for sharing research achievements, showcasing emerging work through talks and posters, and further developing underpinning SEDCOE.Through a series of engaging discussions and workshop activities, …
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12
August
2026
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13:49
Europe/London
Professor Dame Fiona Rayment, the Dalton Nuclear Institute’s BNFL Chair in Nuclear Policy and Capability, and one of the UK's leading nuclear scientists, has built a career defined by scientific curiosity, technical excellence and a commitment to …
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01
July
2026
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11:00
Europe/London
The University of Manchester and United Kingdom National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) formalising a wide-ranging partnership to advance nuclear science, grow the UK's nuclear workforce, and strengthen …
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25
June
2026
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20:00
Europe/London
New research shows concrete can react and become a long‑term sink for strontium-90, particularly when exposed to air or treated with phosphate. This means crushed concrete from legacy nuclear facilities could play a far greater role in safely …
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22
June
2026
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20:03
Europe/London
The Dalton Nuclear Institute hosted its first Early Career Researcher (ECR) Conference, bringing together more than 80 researchers from across The University of Manchester and partner CDTs. The event was …
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01
April
2026
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12:28
Europe/London
A University of Manchester Professor has been appointed by Lord Vallance, Minister of State for Science, Innovation, Research and Nuclear, as an Expert Reviewer for an independent assessment of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority …
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13
March
2026
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12:18
Europe/London
The University of Manchester, together with six leading UK universities and 22 industry partners, has secured £9.6 million from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to launch SATURN-2, a major expansion of the national nuclear doctoral training …
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2025
30
December
2025
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10:39
Europe/London
Four Professors from The University of Manchester have been recognised in this year’s King’s New Year Honours. Professor Sarah Sharples has been made Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services …
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25
September
2025
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08:50
Europe/London
Two University of Manchester researchers are among the 74 leading figures elected by the Royal Academy of Engineering to its Fellowship this year.
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11
August
2025
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12:28
Europe/London
The University of Manchester has been awarded a major grant to lead a new programme that will transform the lifecycle of graphite in nuclear energy - an essential material for the future deployment of nuclear power.
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25
July
2025
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08:00
Europe/London
The 8th Annual Workshop on Advances in X-ray imaging took place on 24 June 2025, at Harwell, Oxfordshire and was a great success. This is a collaboration between The University of Manchester at Harwell, 3Dmagination Ltd and the Collaborative …
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17
April
2025
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09:32
Europe/London
The University of Manchester and Amentum expand strategic partnership on world-changing technologies
The University of Manchester has expanded its collaboration with Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, to drive advances in materials science, robotics, digitalisation, energy and social impact.
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21
March
2025
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14:36
Europe/London
A University of Manchester academic has been selected as a member of the UK Young Academy - an interdisciplinary network of early-career professionals and researchers working together to tackle pressing global and local challenges and promote …
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04
March
2025
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10:49
Europe/London
The next generation of experts needed to safely and securely manage the UK’s legacy nuclear materials will be trained by The Universities of Manchester and Sheffield.
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27
February
2025
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12:42
Europe/London
The University of Manchester is proud to announce its role in the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority’s (UKAEA) new Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation (LIBRTI) Programme, part of the Fusion Futures Programme.
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25
February
2025
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09:33
Europe/London
A dedicated Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Fusion Engineering will start educating its first cohort of students in September 2025, equipping STEM post-graduates with the skills to support the UK’s fusion energy future.
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30
January
2025
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13:54
Europe/London
DKO Fellow, Dr Harry Lane, is currently recruiting for a PhD position on 'Exploring competing interactions in disordered quantum magnets', based at Harwell, Oxfordshire.
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2024
14
November
2024
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11:46
Europe/London
Nuclear energy should play an important role in the UK’s net zero future, according to a new report authored by experts from the Dalton Nuclear Institute at The University of Manchester.
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14
June
2024
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22:30
Europe/London
Four professors from The University of Manchester have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours in recognition of their extraordinary contributions and service.
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11
April
2024
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12:21
Europe/London
Seven leading Manchester researchers are being awarded highly prestigious European Research Council (ERC) advanced grants.
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12
March
2024
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15:00
Europe/London
The University of Manchester has been awarded £30 million funding by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for four Centres for Doctoral Training as part of the UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) £500 million investment in …
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12
February
2024
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10:24
Europe/London
The University of Manchester’s Dalton Nuclear Institute is delighted to welcome Professor Zara Hodgson as its new Director, effective from 15 February 2024.
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02
February
2024
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15:40
Europe/London
The Dalton Nuclear Institute has signed a memorandum of understanding with Canadian company Kinectrics, a global provider of nuclear lifecycle services, to facilitate the progression of nuclear research, development of highly qualified personnel, as …
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2023
15
December
2023
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10:34
Europe/London
The University of Manchester has been awarded £1.3m by the UK Atomic Energy Authority for the development of lithium technologies for fusion.
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