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Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) drives innovation in portable nuclear energy through its advanced microreactor designs and integrated fuel solutions. This page serves as the definitive source for official updates across all business operations, from reactor development milestones to strategic partnerships.
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NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) has strengthened its technical team with the addition of two senior nuclear engineers, James Leybourn and Simon Boddington, who will join the company's UK-based partner Cambridge AtomWorks. This follows the recent appointment of Andrew Steer as Head of Regulatory Engagement.
Leybourn brings over 12 years of experience in the UK nuclear industry as a Chartered Physicist, with expertise in thermal hydraulics, engineering design, and safety case preparation. His previous work includes leading fuel route development at MoltexFLEX and supporting the Rolls-Royce small modular reactor project.
Boddington contributes over 10 years of reactor physics experience, particularly in pressurized water reactors and molten salt reactor designs. He previously led the physics team for the MolexFLEX and SSR-W reactor concepts.
These appointments will support the development of NANO Nuclear's proprietary microreactors, including 'ZEUS', 'ODIN', the KRONOS MMRTM Energy System, and the LOKI MMRTM.
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) has appointed Dr. Andrew Steer as Head of Regulatory Engagement to strengthen its regulatory and safety expertise. Dr. Steer brings over 18 years of nuclear industry experience, most recently serving as Head of Licensing and Regulation at MoltexFLEX.
Dr. Steer's expertise includes leading the development of safety, environmental, and security cases for advanced reactors. His notable achievements include serving as safety case lead for the HPR1000 generic design assessment in the U.K., which received design acceptance confirmation in 2022. He will work alongside NANO Nuclear's U.K.-based partner Cambridge AtomWorks.
This strategic appointment aims to enhance NANO Nuclear's capabilities in navigating complex regulatory frameworks as the company advances its microreactor and advanced nuclear fuel technologies toward demonstration, licensing, and commercialization.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has been officially designated as the reactor designer of the KRONOS MMR Energy System by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.).
This designation follows NANO Nuclear's January 2025 acquisition of nuclear energy technology assets from Ultra Safe Nuclear , including the KRONOS MMR. The proposed research reactor, to be located on U. of I.'s Urbana campus, will feature:
- TRISO particle fuel
- Helium gas coolant
- Graphite moderator
- Molten salt secondary loop for thermal integration
The update to the university's regulatory docket (NRC Project No. 99902094) reflects ongoing progress in the pre-application engagement and demonstrates NANO Nuclear's commitment to advancing the system through demonstration and regulatory processes.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has appointed Dr. Florent Heidet as Chief Technology Officer and Head of Reactor Development. Dr. Heidet, former Head of Engineering at Ultra Safe Nuclear Corp, brings two decades of nuclear engineering expertise to oversee NANO Nuclear's reactor projects and technology development.
Previously leading a team of over 100 experts at USNC, Dr. Heidet was responsible for developing the KRONOS MMR™ Energy System and LOKI MMR™ technologies, which were recently acquired by NANO Nuclear. He also spent 12 years at Argonne National Laboratory, where he led the $2 billion Versatile Test Reactor program and coordinated Nuclear Thermal Propulsion efforts for NASA.
Dr. Heidet will focus on advancing NANO Nuclear's reactor portfolio, including proprietary microreactor systems like ODIN and ZEUS, while overseeing the continued development of KRONOS MMR™ and LOKI MMR™ systems through testing, regulatory approvals, and commercialization.
NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) announced its support for a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I application project. The initiative, in collaboration with City University of New York – City College (CCNY) and Advanced Engineering Solutions (AES), focuses on developing advanced cooling techniques and monitoring systems for microreactor transport safety.
The project, led by Dr. Dinesh Kalaga from AES, will investigate advanced Heat Pipes, Thermoelectric Cooling Modules, and Smart Alarming Systems for managing decay heat during nuclear microreactor transportation. If funded, the project aims to:
- Develop a Thermal Management System using passive and active cooling
- Create a Smart Alarming System with real-time monitoring
- Design and test a scaled-down prototype at CCNY's Thermal-Hydraulics Laboratory
The successful completion of Phase I could lead to Phase II expansion, including full-scale prototype development and real-world testing.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has announced that Darlene T. DeRemer has transitioned from Chairwoman of the Executive Advisory Board for Institutional Finance to a new role as Executive Director of Corporate Finance. In this consulting position, she will support the company's financing strategies and corporate procedures to facilitate long-term growth.
DeRemer brings significant experience as Chair of the ARK Invest ETF Trust Board and co-founder of Grail Partners , with over 25 years in financial services. Her background includes strategic marketing, product design, and advisory transactions in the global asset management industry.
This appointment follows a similar transition of Hon. John G. Vonglis to Executive Director of Global Government Affairs, demonstrating the company's ability to attract high-caliber professionals in finance, regulation, and science as it positions itself in the advanced nuclear energy technology sector.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has been announced as a Two Star Partner for the 17th annual Operational Energy Summit, scheduled for February 25-26, 2025, at the Bethesda Marriot Hotel in Maryland. The company's CEO and Head of Reactor Development, James Walker, will deliver two presentations on February 25th: a keynote on innovative nuclear technology's role in defense and military operations at 1:30 PM, followed by an industry insight session at 3:30 PM.
The summit, hosted by the Institute for Defense and Government Advancement (IDGA), brings together operational and installation energy leaders from various sectors including the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Energy, allied military, industry, and academia. The event will focus on addressing emerging threats, contested environments, innovative technology, and defense energy challenges. Discussions will cover alternative energy sources, including nuclear and solar power, microgrids, and grid security enhancement technologies.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has been announced as the Diamond Sponsor of the SMR Canada Summit 2025, scheduled for March 4-5, 2025, in Strathcona County, Alberta. CEO James Walker will deliver a keynote speech titled 'Finding Opportunities in the Resurgent Nuclear Energy Industry' on March 4th at 9:30am.
The Summit will serve as a platform for discussing nuclear development in Western Canada, covering topics such as site development, safety protocols, transportation logistics, technology, community engagement, economic impacts, and workforce development. It brings together stakeholders including technology suppliers, governments, regulators, utilities, First Nations, NGOs, and end users.
The company's KRONOS MMR™ energy system was the first small modular reactor to enter the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission's formal licensing review. NANO Nuclear is actively advancing discussions with the CNSC to ensure regulatory compliance as Canada aims for 100% net-zero carbon electricity by 2050.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has filed four new utility patent applications with the USPTO for its Annular Linear Induction Pump (ALIP) technology. The ALIP technology, a thermal management system using electromagnetic pumps, is important for advanced molten-salt and liquid-metal nuclear reactors. It enables conductive fluid movement without mechanical components, reducing maintenance needs and increasing efficiency.
The patent applications cover software design optimization, next-generation pump design, advanced manufacturing methods, and micro-channel cooling systems for high-temperature operations. This technology, currently under development through a DOE SBIR Phase III project, has applications beyond nuclear energy, including space power, industrial cooling, and defense sectors.
The company aims to integrate ALIP into its microreactors (KRONOS MMR™, LOKI MMR™, and ODIN) while also pursuing separate commercialization opportunities for other advanced nuclear reactor systems.
NANO Nuclear Energy (NASDAQ: NNE) has filed four new utility patent applications with the USPTO for its Annular Linear Induction Pump (ALIP) technology. The ALIP technology, acquired last year, is a thermal management system using electromagnetic pumps for advanced molten-salt and liquid-metal nuclear reactors.
The technology enables conductive fluid movement without mechanical components, reducing maintenance needs while increasing efficiency. It's being refined through a DOE Small Business Innovation Research Phase III project, led by Dr. Carlos O. Maidana.
The patent applications cover software design optimization, next-generation pump design, advanced manufacturing methods, and micro-channel cooling systems for high-temperature operations. The ALIP technology will be integrated into NANO Nuclear's KRONOS MMR™, LOKI MMR™, and ODIN microreactors, with plans for separate commercialization as a component for other nuclear reactor systems.
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