FRM II (Forschungsreaktor München II)
Situated in Garching bei München, Germany, FRM II is a pool-type research reactor operated by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), recognized as Europe’s most powerful neutron source with 30 neutron instruments. It is significant for its contributions to neutron scattering, isotope production,
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FRM II (Forschungsreaktor München II)
Status: OPERATIONAL Category: RESEARCH Country: Germany Germany Operator: technical-university-munich--tum Type: Pool Pool Capacity: 20 MWth (thermal only)
Overview
Situated in Garching bei München, Germany, FRM II is a pool-type research reactor operated by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), recognized as Europe’s most powerful neutron source with 30 neutron instruments. It is significant for its contributions to neutron scattering, isotope production, and other civilian research applications. The reactor remains operational, with plans for conversion to low-enriched uranium fuel to align with global safety standards.
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Europe's most powerful neutron source. HEU-fueled (planned LEU conversion). Garching bei München. ~30 neutron instruments.
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA PRIS - FRM II [UNVERIFIED] — Official record of FRM II in the IAEA Power Reactor Information System.
- Wikipedia - FRM II — Detailed overview of the Forschungsreaktor München II, including history and technical specifications.
- Technical University of Munich - FRM II — Official website of the operator with information on research activities and reactor status.
- World Nuclear Association - Germany Profile — Country-specific information on nuclear research and power facilities, including FRM II.
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