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NNL makes breakthrough to address the global shortage of key medical radioisotope for fighting cancer
Scientists at NNL have made a breakthrough for producing Lead-212, a very important medical radioisotope for treating cancer, but which is difficult to produce and therefore in short supply.
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NNL’s Dr Fiona Rayment OBE bestowed Légion d’honneur
Chief Science and Technology Officer at the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), Dr Fiona Rayment OBE was bestowed the Légion d’honneur yesterday on 24 May 2022.
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Funding announced for low carbon hydrogen supply project
The National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) today announced that it has been awarded funding by the Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
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Workington MP learns about nuclear innovation at Central Lab
As the UK’s national lab for nuclear fission, our talented people and facilities are truly an asset to UK and global nuclear research and development. Last week we invited Mark Jenkinson, MP for Workington, into Central Lab.
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NNL receives RoSPA Award for health and safety achievements
The National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) has received an internationally recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards.
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Baroness Sue Hayman sees nuclear research in action at NNL’s Workington Labs
Baroness Sue Hayman of Ullock has visited the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL)’s Workington site, seeing first-hand some of the scientific and technological advancements our experts have made in recent years.
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NNL’s response to government’s £120 million Future Nuclear Enabling Fund and Great British Nuclear appointment
NNL very much welcomes the Future Nuclear Enabling Fund announcement today.
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NNL’s Dr Fiona Rayment OBE announced as new Patron of Women In Nuclear UK
Women in Nuclear UK (WiN UK) have appointed a new Patron and President.
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NNL unveils virtual experience and updated brand to align with its purpose, values and focus areas
The National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is thrilled to unveil a new virtual experience as part of its evolving brand this spring, working to build a new clear future for colleagues and integral stakeholders.
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BEIS Permanent Secretary visits Central Lab in West Cumbria, the most advanced nuclear facility in the world
The Permanent Secretary for the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Sarah Munby has visited the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL)’s Central Lab.
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