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SUMMARY:The Future Role of Nuclear Fuel Cycle R&amp\;D in the UK - Fiona R
 ayment\, NNL
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CONTACT:Jo Boyle
DESCRIPTION:Nuclear is viewed by many as a mature\, reliable low carbon te
 chnology with a secure and abundant fuel source and is an essential contri
 butor to the energy mix. Within the UK the decision has been made to refre
 sh the current nuclear energy plants to at least the replacement of the ex
 isting nuclear fleet. However it is also recognised that this may not be e
 nough and as such expansion scenarios are being considered beyond the 16 G
 We replacement up to 70 GW.  As the UK decides on the level of Nuclear Ene
 rgy required over the next century it is important to continue to be invol
 ved in advanced fuel cycle R&D to ensure:  Maintenance of technical capabi
 lity to keep the range of nuclear options open for various energy scenario
 s\; UK is able to make informed decisions on future\; UK energy policy and
  strategy\; UK continues to be a credible player in Europe and Internation
 ally\; Best practice is realised through the opportunity to leverage inves
 tment through involvement in international programmes.  Key R&D programme 
 areas to ensure energy scenarios are adequately underpinned include:  Fuel
  Cycle Stewardship\; Fuel Manufacture and Performance\; Recycle and Storag
 e Technology\; Reactor Systems\; Waste Management and Disposal\; Security 
 and Safeguards.
LOCATION:Cambridge University Engineering Department\, Lecture Room 6
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