Nuclear Science & Technology

Nuclear science and technology builds on Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s roots in research into nuclear power during the Manhattan Project. Researchers in Energy and Engineering Sciences (EES) conduct both basic research and applied technology development contributing to nuclear safeguards and security, nuclear medicine, and advanced nuclear reactor designs.

Follow these links for more information about EES research and development activities in nuclear science and technology.

Nuclear Security Technologies

Nuclear Systems Analysis, Design and Safety

Fuels, Isotopes, and Nuclear Materials

Nuclear Technology Program Office

Global Security and Nonproliferation Programs Office