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Innovating in the day-to-day
Ian draws fascinating comparisons between the decommissioning of Sellafield and the construction of great cathedrals.
Ethnographer to research robotics in nuclear
The Beam are delighted to announce the arrival of research associate Başak Sarac̣-Lesavre!
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As a collaborative, cross-disciplinary research network, the Beam will foster a new engagement between the nuclear sciences and social research.
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We are always seeking out new projects and collaborators in both academia and industry, and share the relevant activities of other groups as well as our own.
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Latest blog posts
Innovating in the day-to-day
Ian draws fascinating comparisons between the decommissioning of Sellafield and the construction of great cathedrals.
Talking waste disposal with David Lowry
Surrounded by overwhelmingly positive attitudes studying ‘the nuclear’ in West Cumbria, ethnographer Petra finds a counter-narrative.