The nucleus: a complex system for producing energy

Diploma(s)
Spring semester
Level Master 2 3 ECTS - English
Contact - Education office:

enseignement@phys.ens.fr

This course introduces the physics of modern nuclear energy systems. 

Syllabus

It covers i) multi-scale approaches required to tackle the complexity of the nucleus, as a many-body quantum system involving all the fundamental interactions ii) how the subsequent emergence of a large variety of phenomena translates in both nuclear structure and reaction in the production of nuclear energy and iii) related key concepts useful for technology, discussed in the framework of e.g. Small Modular Reactors and Gen-IV reactors: neutronics, fuel cycles, waste minimization, breeder, nuclear fusion.

Prerequisites
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