As the world shifts towards sustainable energy solutions, the University of Florida Training Reactor is emerging as a cornerstone for nuclear education, research and outreach. With growing support for nuclear energy driven by multiple federal initiatives, the Department of Energy… Read More
LEGO-loving UF researcher helps fuel Mars mission
Promotions and Awards – Summer 2024
The Department of Materials Science & Engineering is pleased to announce the following promotions and awards
Continuing the Journey: The Brice Turner Memorial Fund
With immense pride and gratitude, we are honored to announce the establishment of the Brice Turner Memorial Fund, a lasting tribute to the memory of a remarkable individual whose commitment to academic excellence and leadership continues to inspire us all. … Read More
Career Engineering: Insights from the Savannah River National Laboratory
The Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management research and development lab located in Aiken, South Carolina, with a history dating to the early Cold War. Established in the 1950s, SRNL has… Read More
Nuclear Engineering Student Shoutouts!
We are pleased to highlight the accomplishments of nuclear engineering graduate students who recently received scholarships and internships. These individuals have shown outstanding dedication and skill in their studies and research. Join us in congratulating them on their hard work… Read More
2023-2024 Departmental Scholarship Winners
There are countless reasons why a student may require financial assistance. Between textbooks, tuition, rent, and food, the costs can add up quickly. Now more than ever, scholarships and awards play a pivotal role in alleviating the financial strains for… Read More
MSE Alumnus Ricardo Perez Elected to PSEG, Inc. Board of Directors
UF-led group develops new tools to track illicit nuclear materials
Next-Generation Nuclear Energy: Crafting the Future with Innovative Fuel Designs
As the world grapples with the need for carbon-free power generation, advanced reactor designs are crucial to the transition. A Department of Energy (DOE) Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP)-funded investigation into the behavior of U-Zr annular fuel will not only… Read More