Nuclear Fuel and Materials
Nuclear fuel and materials researchers are leading innovation in the design, development, and performance assessment of fuels and structural materials for current and next-generation reactors. Our work spans from fundamental studies of radiation damage, corrosion, and thermal properties to the engineering of advanced fuels and cladding systems that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Using state-of-the-art facilities and tools—including ion irradiation, advanced microscopy, in-situ testing, and high-fidelity modeling—we uncover the microstructural and chemical mechanisms that govern material behavior under extreme conditions. These insights enable breakthroughs in accident-tolerant fuels, high-temperature alloys, and advanced nuclear materials for both fission and fusion systems. Our collaborative approach brings together experimental research, computational modeling, and strong partnerships with national laboratories, industry, and international organizations, ensuring that discoveries translate into real-world impact for nuclear energy systems of today and tomorrow.
Faculty
Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Joint Faculty Appointment with INL
bwbeeler@ncsu.edu
Professor of Nuclear Engineering & Physics, Director of Nuclear Engineering Undergraduate Program
jeapen@ncsu.edu
Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Joint Faculty Appointment with INL
919-515-0465 lhe8@ncsu.edu
Assistant Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Joint Faculty Appointment with INL
wjiang8@ncsu.edu
Assistant Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Joint Faculty Appointment with PNNL
ekautz@ncsu.edu
Progress Energy Distinguished Professor of Nuclear Engineering
919-515-3657 murty@ncsu.edu