Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials
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Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials (IDREAM) is an Energy Frontier Research Center, led by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), dedicated to understanding the complex chemistry of interfaces under radioactive conditions.
IDREAM's research is pivotal for advancing nuclear waste management technologies, focusing on the chemical processes at interfaces in highly radioactive environments.
Mission
The mission of IDREAM is to unravel the complexities of chemical reactions and processes at interfaces in radioactive settings to develop innovative solutions for nuclear waste management. By studying how radiation impacts materials and solutions, IDREAM seeks to provide the scientific foundation for more efficient processing of radioactive waste, particularly from legacy sites like Hanford"IDREAM: Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials". Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. https://www.pnnl.gov/science/highlights/highlight.asp?id=5064..
Parent organization
IDREAM is managed by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), which operates under the U.S. Department of Energy. This affiliation ensures that IDREAM's research aligns with national priorities in energy and environmental cleanup.
Legislation
IDREAM was established through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, specifically as part of the Energy Frontier Research Centers program, without direct legislative action.
Partners
- Argonne National Laboratory
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- University of Notre Dame
- University of Utah
- University of Washington"IDREAM: Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials". Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. https://www.pnnl.gov/science/highlights/highlight.asp?id=5064.
Number of employees
The exact number of employees isn't specified, but IDREAM involves a team of scientists from various partner institutions.
Organization structure
IDREAM's structure is centered around:
- **Science Thrusts**: Focused on molecular processes, interfacial structure, and dynamics in radioactive environments.
- **Cross-cutting Themes**: Including radiolysis and radiation dynamics, computational tools, and materials synthesis.
Leader
IDREAM is led by a [Director].
Divisions
- - Molecular and Solution Processes
- - Interfacial Structure and Reactivity
- - Dynamics of Confined Electrolytes"IDREAM: Interfacial Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials". Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. https://www.pnnl.gov/science/highlights/highlight.asp?id=5064.
List of programs
- Research into radiation-induced chemistry at interfaces
- Advanced characterization of materials under radioactive conditions
- Development of computational models for radioactive waste processing
Last total enacted budget
IDREAM was awarded $14 million for four years (2020-2024) by the U.S. Department of Energy"DOE Renews Funding for PNNL-led IDREAM Research Center". Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. https://www.pnnl.gov/news/release.aspx?id=5162..
Staff
IDREAM involves scientists, postdoctoral researchers, and students from PNNL and its partner institutions.
Funding
Funding for IDREAM comes from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, supporting its research into nuclear waste management and radiation chemistry.
Services provided
IDREAM provides research services aimed at understanding how radiation affects chemical reactions and material behavior in nuclear waste scenarios, contributing to the development of better waste management practices.
Regulations overseen
IDREAM does not oversee regulations but conducts research that could inform policy and regulatory decisions regarding nuclear waste management.
Headquarters address
902 Battelle Blvd, Richland, WA 99354
History
Founded in 2016, IDREAM has been pivotal in exploring the fundamental science of nuclear waste, particularly the effects of radiation on materials and solutions. Its work is crucial for the DOE's efforts to clean up legacy waste sites, providing foundational knowledge for technology development in this area.