Research on actinide materials, both basic and applied, has been greatly advanced by the
general techniques available from high-intensity photon beams from x-ray synchrotron …

The consequences of 5f electrons in the actinide elements are as interesting as they are
complex, with actinide systems displaying dual nature of 5f states (itinerant-localized) …

Uranium has been recognized as one of the most desired radionuclides that has long been
used in reactor. The efficient extraction of uranyl (VI) ions from radioactive effluents and …

The only present viable way to ensure a reliable, dispatchable and uninterrupted electricity
supply for base load that could conform with the requirement for the reduction of greenhouse …

Atomic-scale defects generated in materials under both equilibrium and irradiation
conditions can significantly impact their physical and mechanical properties. Unraveling the …

The early stage of microstructural evolution of ThO2, under krypton irradiation at 600, 800,
and 1000° C, was investigated using in situ transmission electron microscopy (TEM) …

The development of supramolecular chemistry has always been accompanied by the
innovation of macrocyclic hosts. The synthesis of novel macrocycles with unique structures …

Cerium dioxide CeO 2 (ceria) is an important material in catalysis and energy applications.
The intrinsic Frenkel and Schottky defects can impact a wide range of material properties …

The thermal diffusivity and thermal conductivity of high burnup (19% FIMA) mixed oxide (U,
Pu) O 2 nuclear fuel has been measured along the radial direction using a …

The treatment of nuclear wastewater generates substantial amount of uranium (U (VI))
contaminated wastewater, along with waste heat. Efficiently extracting U (VI) while …