Potential for British research into the transmutation of radioactive wastes and problematic nuclear materials. (4th April 2005)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nuttall, W.J.; Ireland, D.G.; Al-Khalili, J.S.; Gelletly, W.
• Is Part Of: International journal of critical infrastructures. Volume 1:Number 4(2005)
• Page Start: 380
• Page End: 393
• Publication Date: 2005-04-04
• Subjects: UK nuclear waste management -- partitioning -- transmutation -- nuclear fuel cycle -- radioactive waste -- critical infrastructures -- nuclear energy -- security -- safety -- environmental impact; Infrastructure (Economics) -- Security measures -- Periodicals; Risk assessment -- Periodicals; Emergency management -- Periodicals; 363.05
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1475-3219

Abstract

Issues concerning the management of the UK's official radioactive wastes and associated surplus radioactive materials are summarised. The potential for partitioning and transmutation (P&T) of these materials is considered and associated potential developments discussed. The paper recommends international P&T research as part of a move to reduce the volume of nuclear waste. This reduction would be beneficial in addressing security and environmental concerns, as well as improving public acceptance of the back-end of the nuclear fuel cycle.