Belgian Nuclear Research Center (SCK-CEN)

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SCK•CEN (Dutch: Studiecentrum voor Kernenergie,French: Centre d'Étude de l'énergie Nucléaire) is the Belgian nuclear research centre located in Mol, Belgium. SCK•CEN is active in various areas of research and services in the nuclear sector.

Geschiedenis

SCK•CEN is a foundation of public utility with a legal status according to private law, under the guidance of the Belgian Federal Ministry in charge of energy. SCK•CEN has roughly 600 to 650 employees[1][2] an annual budget of €95 million.[2] The organization receives 45% of its funding directly from government grants, 12% indirectly via activities for the dismantling of declassified installations and 43% from contract work and services.[2]

Since 1991, the organization's statutory mission gives priority to research on problems of societal concern such as safety of nuclear installations, radiation protection, safe treatment and disposal of radioactive waste, fight against uncontrolled proliferation of fissile materials, and education and training.[1]

"SCK CEN is a global leader in the field of nuclear research, services and education. Do not underestimate the power of atoms: nuclear applications can make a great difference for society both now and in the future. This is why we - as one of the biggest research centres in Belgium - continue to perform groundbreaking research.Throughout all of our work, our 800 employees are focusing on 6 research topics:• Health• Environment• Society• Materials• Technology• SafetyThese are our building blocks for developing innovative applications for society. In this way, we want to contribute to a world in which these and future generations can live safely and in good health."