Ep 38: Hussein Khalil, Argonne National Lab

Episode Content:




Hussein's fascination with reactor physics and
kinetics.  




Methods used to recover detailed information of reaction
rates in the core.  




The definition of course information.  




How reducing computational uncertainty allows you to design
closer to material capability.  




Time-dependent changes to chemical structures.  




How predictions and data encourage the move away from light
water reactors.  




Moving from spent fuel to used fuel.  




The implications of pyro-processing.  




The Generation 4 Initiative and the future of nuclear
reactors.  




How to economically analyze technology
options.  




The importance of having a diverse system of
commercially-pursued technology.  




Addressing the challenge of bringing new technologies to the
market.