Idaho National Laboratory has signed a memorandum of understanding with Missouri University of Science and Technology to advance research and development of nuclear reactors, integrated energy systems, electric power and grid system security, and materials and manufacturing for extreme environments.
The agreement will open new opportunities for researchers, students and faculty members to pursue research and development projects of mutual interest, INL said Tuesday.
INL, Missouri S&T Fostering Deeper R&D Cooperation
Under the MoU, the organizations will exchange academic and research materials and expertise. The partners will also host seminars, workshops, conferences and symposia on areas of interest.
In addition, INL and Missouri S&T will establish a joint appointment program to facilitate enhanced research and academic collaborations.
Joseph Newkirk, professor and chair of nuclear engineering and radiation science at Missouri S&T, shared that the academic institution has been an INL partner for years. He added that the collaboration will contribute to “solving some of the world’s most critical energy challenges.”
“With our strong foundation in nuclear research and education, it makes perfect sense for S&T to work alongside a premier national research laboratory,” Newkirk commented.
The collaboration is in line with the Strategic Understanding for Premier Education and Research, or SUPER, initiative.
In January, INL signed SUPER agreements with Boise State University and the University of Idaho to strengthen energy resilience, stir economic growth and bolster protections around critical infrastructure across the nation.
The national lab also has ongoing partnerships with Arizona State University, University of Michigan, University of Utah, University of Tennessee and other academic institutions.
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