UAE Research Reactor (ENEC TRIGA)
The UAE Research Reactor, a TRIGA-type facility, is planned for development in the United Arab Emirates as part of its broader civilian nuclear program. It will be operated by FANR and UAE University, focusing on training and research to build nuclear expertise in the region. With a thermal power of
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UAE Research Reactor (ENEC TRIGA)
Status: PLANNED Category: RESEARCH Country: UAE UAE Operator: fanr---uae-university Type: TRIGA TRIGA Capacity: 0.1 MWth (thermal only)
Overview
The UAE Research Reactor, a TRIGA-type facility, is planned for development in the United Arab Emirates as part of its broader civilian nuclear program. It will be operated by FANR and UAE University, focusing on training and research to build nuclear expertise in the region. With a thermal power of 0.1 MWth, it aims to support educational and scientific advancements.
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Notes
UAE is planning a TRIGA-type training reactor alongside its nuclear power program.
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA - UAE Nuclear Energy [UNVERIFIED] — General information on UAE's nuclear program, including research and development initiatives.
- World Nuclear Association - UAE Profile — Overview of UAE's civilian nuclear activities, including plans for research reactors.
- Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) — Official website of ENEC, providing details on UAE's nuclear energy strategy and projects.
- World Nuclear News - UAE Nuclear Developments [UNVERIFIED] — Article covering UAE's nuclear program milestones, including research and training initiatives.
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