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Dalton Nuclear Institute

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A hub for nuclear research

University researchers come together at the Dalton Nuclear Institute to form the most advanced nuclear research capability in the UK.

Coronavirus update

Following UK government guidance, there has been a temporary closure of non-essential campus facilities. If you need to get in touch with a member of staff, please visit the Contact us section of this website. Staff are working from home and responding to emails, though we ask you to please be patient through this challenging time.

Further information about the current status of the campus can be found on The University of Manchester's Coronavirus information page.

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Discover how our pioneering research, outstanding facilities and nuclear expertise tackle society's challenges.
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Discover nuclear and social research network The Beam.
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Explore the Dalton Cumbrian Facility, our research base.

Research

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Themes

Our expert community carries out research across the full nuclear fuel cycle.
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Facilities

Our facilities are divided between our Manchester campus and our dedicated Dalton Cumbrian Facility.
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Impact

From developing accident-tolerant fuel to analysing waste, we're making a real impact.

News

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Physicists awarded Ernest Rutherford Fellowships

Two of our physicists are among ten new recipients of Ernest Rutherford Fellowships.
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Physicists measure short-lived radioactive molecules

Scientists have performed the first ever laser-spectroscopy measurements of a short-lived radioactive molecule.
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Sellafield research uncovers microbial life in fuel ponds

Two new papers show microbes have colonised intensively radioactive waste storage sites in Europe.
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Professor Steve Liddle wins Foundation Research Award

Professor Steve Liddle has been honoured by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation of Germany.
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New insights shine light on uranium chemistry

A new research paper provides an insight into our understanding of uranium biogeochemistry.

Discover our work

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Study with us

The University of Manchester offers a range of courses relevant to the nuclear energy sector.
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Schools, colleges and the public

Our staff deliver hands-on science and engineering activities at a range of events across the UK.
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About us

We are the UK's largest academic provider of nuclear research and development.

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