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KIPT Experimental Neutron Source

KIPT Experimental Neutron Source, a research reactor (subcritical assembly) in Kharkov, Ukraine, with 190 W of thermal power, operated by Kharkov Institute of Physics and Technology (KIPT). Under construction.

It will join the 3 research reactors operating in Ukraine today. 20 subcritical assemblies remain in operation today across 13 countries. Its declared uses include isotope production, training, neutron capture therapy and materials testing.

Country

Ukraine

City

Kharkov

Type

Subcritical assembly

Thermal power

190 W

Operator

Kharkov Institute of Physics and Technology (KIPT)

Status

Under construction

First criticality

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Purpose

Isotope production, training, neutron capture therapy, materials testing

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