The Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences group at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory draws on its extensive expertise in radiological science and engineering to develop and deploy innovative yet practical solutions for our country's most pressing challenges. We provide science-based solutions to the Department of Homeland Security, National Nuclear Security Administration, other government agencies and industry.
The group conducts fundamental and applied research projects leading to new capabilities in trace radionuclide detection, environmental assessment and remediation, treaty verification, and proliferation detection and prevention. Our instruments and facilities have been applied in environments ranging from water wells and nuclear reactor cores to aircraft and spacecraft. Field sampling and measurement research have included border control, soil characterization, waste characterization, facility decontamination and decommissioning, aqueous measurements, and atmospheric measurements.
| Mission | The Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences mission statement |
| Core Capabilities | PNNL is a multi-program national laboratory with a broad spectrum of capabilities that can be applied to Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences research. This page summarizes the core capabilities of the Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences group. |
| Projects | A summary of technology development efforts in the Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences area, and links to related articles, publications and information. |
| Facilities | Researchers at PNNL work in a wide variety of specialized, state-of-the-art laboratories. This page describes the facilities available to support Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences research. |
| Successful Deployments | PNNL's Radiation Detection & Nuclear Sciences group has excelled in transferring technology developed by its researchers to government and industry. |
| Working with Us | Information on working with PNNL and Battelle. |
Updated: February 2008