Kansas State University TRIGA (TRIGA Mark II)
Based at Kansas State University in Manhattan, USA, the Kansas State University TRIGA Mark II reactor supports civilian nuclear training and research. It is utilized for neutron activation analysis and educational purposes in nuclear science. Operational since 1962, it continues to contribute to aca
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Kansas State University TRIGA (TRIGA Mark II)
Status: OPERATIONAL Category: RESEARCH Country: USA USA Operator: kansas-state-university Type: TRIGA TRIGA Capacity: 1.25 MWth (thermal only)
Overview
Based at Kansas State University in Manhattan, USA, the Kansas State University TRIGA Mark II reactor supports civilian nuclear training and research. It is utilized for neutron activation analysis and educational purposes in nuclear science. Operational since 1962, it continues to contribute to academic research and student training programs.
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TRIGA Mark II at Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA PRIS — General database for reactor information, though specific reactor ID for Kansas State University TRIGA Mark II is not confirmed.
- NRC Research and Test Reactors — Information on non-power reactors in the US, including university research reactors like the one at Kansas State University.
- Kansas State University Nuclear Reactor Program — Official page from the operator, Kansas State University, detailing the TRIGA Mark II reactor.
- World Nuclear Association - USA Profile — Overview of nuclear power and research reactors in the United States.
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