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New method could monitor corrosion and cracking in a nuclear reactor
By directly imaging material failure in 3D, this real-time technique could help scientists improve reactor safety and longevity. More
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Study sheds light on graphite’s lifespan in nuclear reactors
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Theory-guided strategy expands the scope of measurable quantum interactions
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Model predicts long-term effects of nuclear waste on underground disposal systems
The simulations matched results from an underground lab experiment in Switzerland, suggesting modeling could be used to validate the safety of nuclear disposal sites. More
