Radiation interactions and detection researchers advance the science and technology of how radiation interacts with matter and how these interactions can be measured, controlled, and applied. Our work spans from fundamental studies of particle and photon transport to the development of innovative detectors and instrumentation for nuclear energy, medical imaging, security, and space exploration. Using advanced computational methods and experimental techniques, we uncover the mechanisms of radiation-induced effects in materials and biological systems, while also designing next-generation detector technologies with higher sensitivity, precision, and resilience. Applications of our research include radiation protection and dosimetry, nonproliferation monitoring, nuclear safeguards, advanced reactor diagnostics, and medical therapies. Through close collaborations with government laboratories, healthcare institutions, and industry partners, our faculty translate cutting-edge discoveries into impactful solutions that strengthen safety, health, and innovation across multiple fields.

Faculty

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Robert Hayes

Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering, Joint Faculty Appointment with SRNL, Advisory board member of ONE Nuclear

919-515-2321 rbhayes@ncsu.edu

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John Mattingly

Professor of Nuclear Engineering, University Faculty Scholar

919-515-0224 jkmattin@ncsu.edu

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Ge Yang

Professor of Nuclear Engineering, University Faculty Scholar

gyang9@ncsu.edu