Training in Radiological and International Nuclear Security (TRAINS) Fellowship

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

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