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NEWS ABOUT: nuclear fission

nuclear fission stories: 2 news summaries
OPINION

Red Tape Chokes Path to Next-Gen Nukes

Government must get out of the way of cheap, clean energy sources

Jun 24, 09 9:05 AM CDT
(Newser) - A handful of startups are designing an exciting new generation of modular nuclear reactors that could solve our energy woes, writes legendary tech investor Bob Metcalfe in the Wall Street Journal. Small enough to fit on a kitchen table, they’re cheap and safe and use non-weapons-grade fuel. “... More »

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nuclear power • nuclear reactor • nuclear power plant • Nuclear Regulatory Commission • nuclear fission • Bob Metcalfe

 Amateur 'Fusioneers' 
 Explore Energy Future 

Small basement reactors aren't power source, yet

Aug 18, 08 11:36 AM CDT
(Newser) - Frank Sanns has an unusual hobby: He’s trying to prove nuclear fusion is a viable energy source. At the center of his search is a working, homemade nuclear reactor. “I’m a dreamer,” the Pittsburgh native tells the Wall Street Journal. Sanns is part of an exclusive... More »

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nuclear power • nuclear fusion • nuclear fission • fusors

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