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The Transuranium
Chemistry Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory researches
the fundamental science of actinide elements and their compounds
through element 100 is pursued in studies in the Transuranium Research
Laboratory (TRL). Core areas of research concern primarily the solid-
and gaseous-states, although solutions and colloids are also studied.
Expertise exists in high-pressure and high-temperature structural
behavior, gas ion-molecule reactions via mass spectrometry (time-of-flight,
FT- ICR, etc.) spectroscopy (Raman, fluorescence, absorbance, etc.)
and specific aspects of materials science. The studies are performed
with several unique tools and facilities, and frequently involve
domestic and international collaborations. The approach is primarily
experimental, while theoretical concepts are used frequently in
the interpretations of results. One emphasis is to establish the
role of electronic configurations, interactions and/or energy levels
in determining the chemistry and physics of these heavy elements.
The studies promote the fundamental science and understanding of
certain facets of the f-elements, while maintaining a core of expertise
in these scientific areas. The information generated also has potential
applications for certain technologies. .
For more information,
contact Dick Haire at (865) 574-5007 or hairerg@ornl.gov.
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