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The Jordan Research and Training Reactor (JRTR) is located in Ramtha, Jordan, and is operated by the Jordan Atomic Energy Commission (JAEC). As Jordan’s first nuclear reactor, achieving criticality in 2016, it plays a crucial role in neutron activation, isotope production, and training for civilian

Under construction at the CEA Cadarache site in France, the Jules Horowitz Reactor (JHR) is a high-flux pool-type research reactor with a planned thermal power of 100 MWth. It holds significant importance as an international project involving 10 partner organizations, aimed at materials testing, fue

Kakrapar Unit 3 is situated at the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station in Gujarat, India. This PHWR reactor, with a capacity of 700 MWe, represents an advancement in India's indigenous nuclear power technology and contributes to meeting the country's growing energy demands. It is operational, supporting I

Kakrapar Unit 4 is located at the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station in Gujarat, India. With a net capacity of 700 MWe, this PHWR reactor strengthens India's domestic nuclear power capabilities and aids in providing reliable electricity. The unit is operational, playing a vital role in the national energ

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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

The Korea Multi-purpose Research Reactor (KMRR) is a planned facility in South Korea, to be operated by the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI). Intended as a replacement for the aging HANARO reactor, it will focus on medical isotope production and materials testing for civilian purposes.

Kudankulam Unit 3 is under construction at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, India. This 1000 MWe VVER-1000 reactor is part of a significant Indo-Russian collaboration to boost India's nuclear power output. Construction continues, with commercial operation yet to commence.

Kudankulam Unit 4 is under construction at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, India. As a 1000 MWe VVER-1000 reactor, it supports India's growing energy needs through international partnership. It remains in the construction stage with no confirmed operational date.

Kudankulam Unit 5 is planned for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, India. This 1200 MWe VVER-1200 reactor underscores India's commitment to expanding nuclear energy with advanced technology. As a planned unit, it has no construction or operational history yet.

Kudankulam Unit 6 is planned for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, India. With a net capacity of 1200 MWe, this VVER-1200 reactor is part of India's long-term nuclear energy strategy. It remains in the planning phase with no construction started.

Kursk II-1 is under construction at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in Kursk Oblast, Russia. This 1255 MWe VVER-TOI reactor represents an advanced design in Russia's nuclear energy expansion. Construction is ongoing, with no confirmed date for commercial operation.

Kursk II-2 is located at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant site in western Russia, near the city of Kurchatov. This reactor, a VVER-TOI design with a net capacity of 1255 MWe, represents part of Russia's ongoing efforts to modernize and expand its civilian nuclear energy infrastructure. Currently under

The Kyoto University Research Reactor (KUR) is located in Kumatori, Osaka, Japan, and is operated by Kyoto University. It plays a vital role in neutron scattering, boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT), and nuclear engineering education, supporting academic and medical research. Operational since its

Leningrad II-2 is operational at the Leningrad Nuclear Power Plant in Sosnovy Bor, Russia. This 1200 MWe VVER-1200 reactor is a key component of Russia's modern nuclear fleet, contributing to national energy supply. It has been in commercial operation, supporting grid stability and clean energy goal

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Lianjiang Unit 1 is located at the Lianjiang Nuclear Power Plant in Guangdong Province, China. This HPR1000 reactor, with a net capacity of 1090 MWe, is important for expanding China's nuclear capacity using homegrown technology for civilian energy needs. It is under construction, contributing to th

Lianjiang Unit 2 is situated at the Lianjiang Nuclear Power Plant in Guangdong Province, China. As an HPR1000 reactor with a net capacity of 1090 MWe, it supports China's strategy to enhance nuclear power through domestic designs for clean energy. Currently under construction, it aids in meeting loc

Lubiatowo-Kopalino 1 is planned for a coastal site in northern Poland, near the Baltic Sea, as part of Poland’s nuclear power development strategy. This AP1000 reactor, with a net capacity of 1117 MWe, is significant for providing a stable, low-carbon energy source to support Poland’s grid and clima

Lubiatowo-Kopalino 2 is planned for the same coastal site in northern Poland as Unit 1, contributing to the country’s nuclear energy ambitions. This AP1000 reactor, also with a 1117 MWe capacity, is crucial for bolstering energy independence and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Currently in the pl

Located in Řež near Prague, Czech Republic, the LVR-15 is a major light-water pool reactor used for medical isotope production and materials testing. Operated by ÚJV Řež, it has been a cornerstone of Czech nuclear research for years with a thermal power of 10 MWth. Its contributions are essential to

The MA-R1, a TRIGA Mark II research reactor, is located at the CNESTEN research center in Kenitra, Morocco, and is operated by CNESTEN. It is Morocco’s only research reactor, significant for neutron activation analysis, training, and radioisotope production for civilian use. The reactor remains oper

Situated in Świerk-Otwock, Poland, the Maria reactor is a critical asset for Europe as one of the key producers of Mo-99, a vital medical isotope. Operated by the National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ), this 30 MWth pool-type channel reactor has been operational for decades, supporting isotope

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Located at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, the MNR is a pool-type research reactor with a thermal power of 5 MWth, operated for educational and research purposes. It holds importance in producing I-125 for cancer treatment and supporting neutron activation studies in a civilian con

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Situated at the Research Institute of Atomic Reactors (RIAR) in Dimitrovgrad, Russia, MIR.M1 is a 100 MWth channel-type research reactor. It is designed for materials and fuel testing under conditions representative of operating power reactors. Operational since the 1960s, it continues to contribute

Located at the University of Missouri in Columbia, USA, the Missouri University Research Reactor (MURR) is the highest-power university research reactor in the nation. It is a major producer of medical radioisotopes such as Lu-177 and I-131, supporting civilian healthcare needs. Operational since 19

Based at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, USA, the MIT Research Reactor (MITR-II) is the oldest research reactor in continuous operation in the country. It is significant for its contributions to nuclear engineering education and experimental therapies like boron neutron captu

Mochovce Unit 4 is located at the Mochovce Nuclear Power Plant in western Slovakia. With a net capacity of 471 MWe, it plays a vital role in Slovakia's energy independence and low-carbon electricity production. The unit became operational recently, completing a long-delayed expansion of the Mochovce

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Planned for construction in Kemmerer, Wyoming, USA, the Natrium reactor by TerraPower is a sodium-cooled fast reactor with a net capacity of 345 MWe, integrated with molten salt energy storage. This innovative design is significant for its potential to provide flexible, carbon-free power to the grid

**Vendor/Designer:** [[vendors/abilene-christian-univ]]

NIRR-1 is an operational research reactor located at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, managed by the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT). Based on a Chinese MNSR design, it is significant for supporting neutron activation analysis and training in nuclear science. It has been ope

Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA, the NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) is a vital facility for neutron scattering studies at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. It supports around 2,000 scientists annually, contributing to advancements in materials characterization for c

Situated at Chalk River Laboratories in Ontario, Canada, the NRU was a heavy water research reactor with a thermal power of 135 MWth, once the world’s largest producer of Mo-99 for medical use. Its significance stems from over 60 years of contributions to isotope production, materials testing, and n

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Ohma Unit 1 is under construction at the Ohma Nuclear Power Plant in Aomori Prefecture, Japan. With a substantial net capacity of 1383 MWe, it is poised to be a major contributor to Japan's nuclear energy revival and decarbonization efforts. Construction progress continues despite historical delays

Olkiluoto 3 is located at the Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant on the western coast of Finland. As one of the most powerful reactors in Europe with a net capacity of 1600 MWe, this EPR design significantly boosts Finland's energy independence and carbon-neutral goals. It is operational after a long con

Onagawa Unit 2 is situated at the Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, operated by Tohoku Electric Power Company. It holds significance as one of the reactors to resume operations post-Fukushima, demonstrating enhanced safety measures with a net capacity of 825 MWe. The unit has

OPAL is located at Lucas Heights in New South Wales, Australia, operated by ANSTO. This 20 MWth research reactor is a critical facility for isotope production, particularly Mo-99 for medical use in the Asia-Pacific region, and supports materials science and neutron scattering research. Operational s

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Situated at Oregon State University in Corvallis, USA, the Oregon State TRIGA Reactor (OSTR) is a TRIGA Mark II reactor used for civilian research and training. It plays an important role in neutron activation analysis and radiation effects studies for educational and industrial applications. Operat