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INL reports findings on unusual quantum behavior of plutonium
Scientists at Idaho National Laboratory have discovered that plutonium hexaboride (PuB6) displays a type of unusual quantum property called a topological Kondo insulating state. Materials with this property are neither typical electricity conductors nor regular insulators. Rather, they have exterior surfaces that strongly conduct electricity and interiors that block electricity.
International Conference on Physics of Reactors 2024 Plenary SPeaker
Principal Engineer for Reactor Physics
Global Nuclear Fuel/GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy
As the Principal Engineer for Reactor Physics at Global Nuclear Fuel/GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy, John Hannah is at the frontlines of the effort to deliver the analytic tools and methods needed to drive the next generation of nuclear technology. John brings over 17 years of experience in this and similar roles, where he has regularly interfaced with utility and regulatory stakeholders to help his team deliver increased certainty to the core and fuel design process.
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