New Materials Inspired by Nature Could Provide Safe Methods for Waste Storage

摘要

Minerals that endure in nature for millions of years are inspiring a research team to explore whether new materials could be developed to encase nuclear waste for safe storage. Glass is now used to isolate nuclear waste, but a team led by Clemson University's Kyle Brinkman is hoping to develop materials that are more stable. The team's work could help broaden disposal options and lower storage and disposal costs.