At Idaho National Laboratory, our work is more than #research, it’s a commitment to building a better future for our communities, our country and the world. Learn more ➡️ inl.gov/ #BetterFutureINL

ICYMI: @INL put a full-scale 230-kV power grid transformer through a simulated earthquake for the first time at @UCSanDiego.⚡ Replacing one can take 5+ years. This test could help engineers reduce damage and fortify power grid resilience. Read more: inl.gov/news-release/idaho-r…

NUCLEAR FACTS ⚛️ ➡️ Providing about 9% of the world’s electricity and positioned to quadruple its capacity in the U.S. by 2050, nuclear power is...a POWERhouse! Learn more about @INL's nuclear research: inl.gov/nuclear-energy

@INL is helping bring advanced microreactors closer to market by capturing critical performance data through DOME at @ENERGY's @NRICnuclear. ⚛️ Watch to learn more about what happens in DOME. ⬇️ And join our Nuclear Science Week events through Oct. 23: inl.gov/nuclear-energy/nucle…

@INL's Advanced Test Reactor is the world's most powerful test reactor, aiding development of stronger nuclear fuel, fortifying @USNavy nuclear fleet performance & more. Join our Nuclear Science Week events & learn more about ATR: inl.gov/nuclear-energy/nucle… inl.gov/advanced-test-reacto…

@INL helped power a record-setting journey on Mars! On Oct. 11, @NASA's Perseverance rover reached 28.10 miles (45.22 kilometers), surpassing the distance record formerly held by NASA's Opportunity rover. 🚀 Learn more: 🔗jpl.nasa.gov/news/nasas-pers… 🔗inl.gov/research-programs/sp…

@INL enlisted its experts, researchers and writers to produce an online interactive periodic table offering pop-up info on all 118 elements! 🙌 Jump into National Chemistry Week by clicking around to explore it: inl.gov/periodic-table/

NOW HIRING Nuclear Facility Research Technicians and Operators! ⚡👷 Candidates will support nuclear energy research, fuel fabrication, experiment preparation & facility operations across multiple facilities & shifts. Ready to join us? Apply: brnw.ch/21x6wIg

The Experimental Breeder Reactor-I at @INL (formerly the National Reactor Testing Station) proved humanity could harness the power of the atom to create electricity, influencing every nuclear reactor built. ⚛️ Join our Nuclear Science Week events: inl.gov/nuclear-energy/nucle…

Nuclear Science Week kicks off tomorrow & @INL is celebrating by hosting hands-on events, virtual presentations & creative experiences highlighting nuclear energy!⚛️ Join us – no science background needed, just curiosity! View the full schedule of events: inl.gov/nuclear-energy/nucle…

@INL's Bob Fox joined the Impact Podcast to discuss how critical materials research can strengthen U.S. supply chains, from recovering materials in mine waste to advancing extraction technologies. Listen to the full interview: brnw.ch/21x6uQH

@INL's facilities, capabilities & expertise find solutions for long-term storage & transportation of used nuclear fuels. @ENERGY's Center for Used Fuel Research connects this work across national labs, academia & industry. 🔗brnw.ch/21x6tWt 🔗brnw.ch/21x6tWu

@INL and @DOE_CESER OT Defender Fellowship teams won the 2026 Critical Impact Award for OT/ICS Collaboration Excellence!🏆 The program unites cyber defenders to fortify national security across America's critical energy infrastructure. Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6tiU

Congrats to @INL's 2026 Postdoc Award winners! 👏 🔹Outstanding Postdoc of the Year Garrett LeCroy (honorable mention Srikar Srinivas) 🔹Postdoc Mentor of the Year Casey Icenhour (honorable mention Birendra Adhikari) Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6rpi

TBT: @INL's Ollie Gagnon moderated a @ResilienceWeek fireside chat with @DHSgov chief scientist Samuel Howerton on 2027 priorities, emerging technologies & challenges affecting critical infrastructure resilience. More on INL's national security research: inl.gov/national-security/

ICYMI: Seven @INL & @ENERGY teams accepted Achievement Awards at the Secretary's Honor Awards Ceremony. Congrats!👏 Achievement Awards are given to groups of employees & contractors who together accomplished significant achievements on behalf of DOE. inl.gov/nuclear-energy/

@INL put a full-scale 230-kV power grid transformer through a simulated earthquake for the first time at @UCSanDiego.⚡ Replacing one can take 5+ years. This test could help engineers reduce damage & strengthen grid resilience. Read more: brnw.ch/21x6p2v...

@INL's 2025 Annual Site Environmental Report is out! 🌿 This report details how we monitor environment & wildlife samples and demonstrate how INL fulfills its mission, upholding a strong record of environmental stewardship. Explore the report: brnw.ch/21x6nJn

@INL & @SandiaLabs experts explored trust in super intelligence, also known as artificial intelligence, systems supporting national security at a recent workshop. They examined SI failures, operator confidence & evolving cybersecurity threats. Learn how: brnw.ch/21x6nlF

@INL joined @DOE_CESER, @ENERGY & research partners for Liberty Eclipse 2026, a cyber exercise where utilities could attack, defend & restore a real, isolated power grid without disrupting mainland power. See how the training builds grid resilience: brnw.ch/21x6lVr

@INL is bringing @nuclearsciweek to Idaho families Oct. 19-23!🔬 Explore nuclear science through tours, presentations, hands-on STEM activities & opportunities to meet real scientists. Family Nuclear Science Night is Oct. 28. Explore events & register:brnw.ch/21x6lCT