Ep. 36 - John Stevens, Argonne National Lab

Episode Content:

• John's introduction to nuclear during his work with the Geological Survey.  

• How radiocarbon dating actually works.  

• The interdisciplinary nature of the nuclear industry.  

• In what circumstances types of fuels are considered efficient.  

• Energy produced with plutonium v. uranium.  

• Core-reload strategies and how it can save billions in electricity production.  

• Improving efficiency without compromising safety.  

• The importance of economies of scale and innovation culture.  

• Why studying the effect of radiation on materials is important.  

• Isotope production and its different medical applications.  

• Stress-test procedures and radioactive contrast.  

• A discussion about high density fuel.