INL Research Areas
Nuclear Energy
INL leads the nation’s advanced nuclear energy research, with scientists and engineers improving reactor efficiency and aiding space exploration. INL’s cutting-edge work is making nuclear a more affordable and versatile component of the nation’s energy future.
Integrated Energy
Every day, INL’s talented scientists and engineers discover new technologies that improve energy efficiencies, develop stronger materials, and lead us to a more secure tomorrow.
National Security
When a problem has national security significance and time is critical, people turn to places like Idaho National Laboratory. To solve some of our world’s biggest challenges, scientists must spend years collecting data, analyzing the results and testing new solutions.
Nuclear Energy
INL is leading the nation’s research in advanced nuclear energy technology. Our scientists and engineers study reactors that can replace fossil fuels with carbon-free energy, materials that lower carbon emissions for every energy source and…
Integrated Energy
INL researchers are studying ways to provide practical carbon-free energy options for people and industries, including microgrid systems, water treatment improvements and sustainable chemical production. Their work combines world-class technologies to bring more renewable and…
National Security
INL’s national security experts know how to solve complex problems. Through innovation, expertise and confidentiality, our people come to the lab everyday with an unwavering commitment to mission success. Their dedication, passion and patriotism can…