Projects
The University of Manchester fosters and promotes cross-disciplinary research in the domain of nuclear and the social sciences. The Beam was founded to make visible the work the University is undertaking in this area, as well as to provide a space for others to share their activities.
Sellafield site futures
Led by The University of Manchester, this project considers Sellafield’s possible end states.
Community, vulnerability and wellbeing in Trawsfynydd
The universities of Manchester and Lancaster lead this pilot study exploring issues of community wellbeing and vulnerability in the face of decommissioning.
Social value of nuclear decommissioning
University of Manchester led research into the role of stakeholder communication and framing in project management to enable sustainability and social value.
Beyond consultation: Hybrid Forums for the development of nuclear energy
A collaboration between The University of Manchester and National Nuclear Laboratory, this project will design what is known as a ‘hybrid forum’.
Holistic decommissioning in the nuclear industry
Led by The University of Manchester, this project addresses current debates in the decommissioning of nuclear facilities and storage of nuclear waste in the UK.
Adoption of novel technologies for nuclear decommissioning
Led by The University of Manchester, this project explores social and cultural processes of technological innovation in decommissioning the Sellafield nuclear site.