SM-3
Located in Dimitrovgrad, Russia, at the Research Institute of Atomic Reactors (RIAR), SM-3 is a 100 MWth tank-in-pool research reactor with one of the world’s highest neutron fluxes. It is a primary global source for specialized isotopes like Cf-252 and Am-243, supporting materials testing and isoto
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SM-3
Status: OPERATIONAL Category: RESEARCH Country: Russia Russia Operator: riar--research-institute-of-atomic-reactors Type: Tank-in-pool Tank-in-pool Capacity: 100 MWth (thermal only)
Overview
Located in Dimitrovgrad, Russia, at the Research Institute of Atomic Reactors (RIAR), SM-3 is a 100 MWth tank-in-pool research reactor with one of the world’s highest neutron fluxes. It is a primary global source for specialized isotopes like Cf-252 and Am-243, supporting materials testing and isotope production. Operational since the 1960s, it remains essential for advanced nuclear research.
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Dimitrovgrad. World's highest flux reactor (HEU). Primary global source of Cf-252, Am-243. Key facility for heavy element research.
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA PRIS - SM-3 — Detailed reactor profile and operational data for SM-3.
- Wikipedia - SM-3 Reactor — Overview of the Research Institute of Atomic Reactors, including information on SM-3.
- RIAR Official Website [UNVERIFIED] — Official site of the Research Institute of Atomic Reactors, operator of SM-3.
- World Nuclear Association - Russia Profile — Comprehensive profile on Russia's nuclear power and research facilities, including mentions of RIAR.
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