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A national network of academics undertaking pioneering Nuclear Threat Reduction (NTR) research

A national network of academics undertaking pioneering Nuclear Threat Reduction (NTR) research

NTR-Net is a new initiative aiming to build a thriving, inclusive innovation and research network that will enhance the activities of the UK’s Nuclear Threat Reduction Programme (NTR).

The initiative is supported by AWE, the Ministry of Defence and the Home Office.

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NTR-Net’s scope will include:

  • Research
  • Training
  • Communications
  • Skills development

  • Industry Collaboration

The network will also address national security priorities such as counter terrorism and non-proliferation. In undertaking this work, the network will support and build upon NuSec (Nuclear Security Science Network) and NuFor (Nuclear Forensics).

The challenge

In an increasingly volatile world, preparedness is vital. It is essential for the UK, along with its global partners, to have robust and reliable capabilities in place to address future nuclear security challenges. These include the threat of nuclear terrorism and the possibility of non-compliance with current or future treaty obligations.

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