Nuclear Energy University Program
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Research
Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research (CINR)
PHASE II CONTINUATION CINR
Distinguished Early Career Program (DECP)
Integrated Research Projects (IRP)
Students
Scholarships
Scholarships are offered to undergraduate students attending two- and four-year institutions including community colleges and trade schools.
Fellowships
Fellowships are three- year awards that are offered to first- and second-year graduate students.
R&D Competition
Awardees receive an honorarium and have the opportunity to present their work to the broader nuclear community.
Resources
Frequently asked questions, downloads, and other information for students.
Infrastructure
General Scientific Infrastructure
Any infrastructure which supports or improves the instructional mission of a university.
Learn MoreReactor Upgrades
Supports operational reliability of institution’s nuclear research reactors.
Learn MoreInfrastructure Revitalization
Supports the development of nuclear energy-related infrastructure and basic capabilities in the research community.
Learn MoreReactor Sharing
Supports institution’s nuclear research reactors to share resources and capabilities with the community to increase nuclear science, engineering, and technology awareness.
Learn MoreProgram Awards Since 2009
Success Stories
NEUP-supported Student Wins Kenty Graduate Research Award
Dr. Majdi Radaideh, 2023 Distinguished Early Career Program Awardee
The NEUP Awards are Fueling Research
A Student’s Untraditional Journey is Leading Toward Big Impacts in the Nuclear World
Resources
Q&A
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Documents
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Open Funding Opportunities
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Funded Projects
Browse information on NEUP funded projects dating back to 2009.