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Training in Radiological and International Nuclear Security (TRAINS) Fellowship

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Funding Amount

$5,650 stipend

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Training in Radiological and International Nuclear Security (TRAINS) Fellowship

Overview: The TRAINS Fellowship supports graduate students from both Europe and the United States to participate in short courses and tours of nuclear security research facilities, providing hands-on learning experiences in nuclear security and nonproliferation.

Program Type: Two-week intensive program with specialized courses

Geographic Scope:

  • United States: 5 students selected annually

  • Europe: 5 students selected annually

  • Total: 10 fellows per year

    • Focus Areas:
    Participants select from several key topics:

  • External and internal threats to nuclear security

  • Basic radiation detection

  • Nuclear security culture

  • Physical protection systems

  • Nuclear materials accountancy

  • Advanced reactor safeguards

  • Nuclear security and the nuclear fuel cycle

  • Governance, laws, and treaties related to nuclear security

  • Export/import regulations relevant to nuclear security

    • Training Locations:

  • Europe: JRC and ENEA facilities, Universities of Liege and Siena

  • United States: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL)

    • Award Benefits:

  • Annual selection: 5 students from U.S. and 5 from Europe

  • Stipend: $5,650 (can be supplemented by universities or laboratories involved in program)

  • Housing and transportation assistance provided by SCUREF

  • Preparation materials and orientation included

    • Eligibility:

  • Graduate students from United States or Europe

  • Interest in nuclear security and nonproliferation

    • Contact Information:
    SCUREF
    1204 Whiskey Road, Suite F
    Aiken, SC 29803
    803-642-4187
    Email: available on website

    How to Apply

    TRAINS Fellowship Program Application Procedures

    Application Materials:

  • TRAINS Fellowship Application form

  • Reference forms

  • Additional forms available on SCUREF website

    • Submission Method:

  • Submit applications and reference forms electronically through SCUREF website

  • Contact SCUREF if unable to submit electronically

  • Forms available at: https://www.scuref.org (TRAINS Fellowship Application & Forms section)

    • Note: Specific application deadline, detailed eligibility criteria, and step-by-step procedures not provided in available materials. Please contact SCUREF directly for complete application information and current deadlines.

    Contact Information:
    SCUREF
    803-642-4187
    Email: available on website

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