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Two research teams successfully built the world's first nuclear clocks, devices that could revolutionize timekeeping and unlock mysteries of the universe. These ultra-precise timepieces outperform today's best atomic clocks in certain measurements.
After 20 years of research, scientists have created the world's first working nuclear clock that could revolutionize timekeeping and help discover new physics. The breakthrough device works at room temperature and is already being used to hunt for dark matter.
Physicists across the globe are on the verge of creating the first "nuclear clock" that could be more accurate than anything on Earth. After decades of searching, researchers finally cracked the code in 2024 and expect working prototypes this year.
Researchers just solved a puzzle that's stumped nuclear physicists for years, creating a tool that finally matches what happens in labs. The breakthrough helps us understand how atoms swap parts during collisions.
Singapore is training local experts and studying advanced nuclear technology as it prepares for a potential clean energy future. The new Nuclear Energy Office is building homegrown talent to safely assess whether nuclear power could work in the dense city-state.
A groundbreaking agreement between nuclear startup Oklo and industrial giant Siemens Energy is turning advanced nuclear power from concept into reality. The partnership secures critical equipment for America's first next-generation reactor, proving clean nuclear energy can move from drawing board to deployment.
After decades of tension, Iran has agreed never to stockpile enriched uranium, marking what diplomats call the most significant breakthrough in nuclear negotiations. Peace between Iran and the United States could be just months away.
Sweden is making a dramatic energy comeback, planning to build new nuclear reactors after decades of shutdowns. Researchers are studying how nuclear power shifted from an outdated technology to a cornerstone of the country's clean energy future.
In a surprising shift, Nebraska communities that fought wind farms are now embracing nuclear energy. Four towns are competing to host a new nuclear plant, seeing it as cleaner and more space-efficient than renewables.
Scientists just solved one of nuclear power's biggest problems: what to do with radioactive waste. A new reactor design can turn dangerous nuclear waste into electricity while making it safe in just 300 years instead of 100,000.
Scientists recreated the extreme conditions inside a nuclear fireball and discovered that our safety models have been missing key chemical reactions. Their findings could make nuclear event predictions far more accurate.
A seventh grader spent four years teaching himself nuclear physics and building a working fusion reactor at home. Aiden McMillan could become the youngest person ever to achieve nuclear fusion.
India's Fairwood Nuclear and South Korea's SK Securities just signed a deal to bring small, clean nuclear reactors to India. The three-year partnership connects Indian innovation with Korean investment to power the country's carbon-free energy future.
Over 200 atomic bomb survivors and supporters marched to the United Nations headquarters in New York, carrying a powerful message of peace ahead of a crucial nuclear treaty review. Their voices, representing 80 years of resilience, are inspiring a new generation to continue the fight for a nuclear-free world.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker just unveiled an ambitious clean energy plan that doubles down on nuclear power to fight rising electricity costs. The state lifted its ban on new nuclear reactors and is investing hundreds of millions to make clean energy affordable for every family.
Canada just committed $2.2 billion to transform its 70-year-old Chalk River nuclear research facility into a cutting-edge clean energy hub. The massive upgrade could help power the country's transition to carbon-free electricity while creating breakthroughs in next-generation nuclear technology.
Standard Nuclear just secured $140 million to produce safer nuclear fuel, riding a wave of investment in clean energy solutions. The company is betting on next-generation reactors that could power our AI-driven future without carbon emissions.
Tanzania is using nuclear technology to transform healthcare, agriculture, and energy while training the next generation of scientists across East Africa. The partnership with the International Atomic Energy Agency shows how peaceful nuclear applications can drive real development progress.
A nuclear fuel company is bringing nearly 430 high-paying jobs and more than $560 million to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, in a massive expansion that positions the region as America's nuclear energy leader. The first Tennessee-made centrifuges will come online in 2029.
Vermont's governor is supporting a bill that could bring nuclear energy back to the state, aiming to cut electricity costs and speed up clean energy goals. The proposal would rename the state's renewable energy standard to include zero-emission nuclear power alongside solar and wind.
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