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Klughammer, N. (author)In this thesis, we have introduced palladium zero-mode waveguides (Pd ZMWs) as a valuable tool for biophysics research and have showcased several applications thereof. We started by using them as single-molecule sensors for free translocations of fluorophores, proteins, and voltage-driven translocations of DNA. By studying salt-gradient driven...doctoral thesis 2023
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Leurs, Zeno (author)This thesis delves into the intricate process of formulating an answer to the pivotal research question: <br/><br/>"What are the design characteristics of an economic high speed nuclear container vessel?" <br/><br/>The report systematically unfolds in six chapters, primarily focusing on a comprehensive literature study. <br/><br/>The exploration...master thesis 2023
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Freitas, André (author)In the evolving landscape of nuclear energy, ensuring the safety and efficiency of nuclear reactors remains paramount, particularly with the increasing demands for energy and a concurrent rise in global temperatures. A significant aspect of nuclear safety involves maintaining the integrity of the fuel rods, which are susceptible to Turbulence...master thesis 2023
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Hoeksma, Bram (author)Currently, our society faces a pressing challenge: global warming. The solution lies in the energy transition, which replaces fossil fuels with clean sources. This requires a global effort across all sectors, including shipping. While a significant portion of shipping relies on polluting fuels, the European Union’s Green Deal aims for climate...master thesis 2023
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Ashokkumar, Kartik (author)The advancements in the field of e-mobility today far outpace all prior projections, and the rate of progress is quick. Due to their high power density and energy density, Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIBs) have grown to be an increasingly appealing alternative for use in electric vehicles. However, over extended use, these batteries frequently...master thesis 2023
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Hogervorst, Nwankwo (author)This research focuses on public attitudes toward nuclear energy in the context of reaching consensus on energy solutions for climate action. Using the Social Identity Approach, it analyzes how social groups shape opinions, with a spotlight on Germany and France. Political affiliation, age, socio-economic status, and gender are key identity...master thesis 2023
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Bohnenn, Sylvie (author)Computational power is a challenge when it comes to the high-fidelity modeling of nuclear reactors. Detailed simulations of reactor physics involve complex calculations that require significant computing resources, which can be time-consuming and expensive. Reduced Order Modeling (ROM) allows for an approximation of a complex model by only...master thesis 2023
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Nguyen, M.P. (author), Arif, M. (author), Oostenrijk, Bart (author), Goorden, M.C. (author), Beekman, F.J. (author)Microscopic nuclear imaging down to spatial resolutions of a few hundred microns can already be achieved using low-energy gamma emitters (e.g. <sup>125</sup>I, ∼30 keV) and a basic single micro-pinhole gamma camera. This has been applied to in vivo mouse thyroid imaging, for example. For clinically used radionuclides such as <sup>99m</sup>Tc,...journal article 2023
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Rochedy, M. (author), Klosek, V. (author), Riglet-Martial, C. (author), Onofri-Marroncle, C. (author), Drouan, D. (author), Reyes, D. (author), Bienvenu, P. (author), Roure, I. (author), Cabié, M. (author)The interactions of iodine and caesium in UO<sub>2</sub> have been investigated. For this purpose, implanted UO<sub>2</sub> samples were thermally treated (4h at 900°C or 1h at 1200°C) under controlled atmosphere (0.03% H<sub>2</sub>O/H<sub>2</sub>) and then characterized by several experimental techniques for their structural and chemical...journal article 2023
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Anders, Jens (author), Babaie, M. (author), Bashir, Imran (author), Charbon, Edoardo (author), Geck, Lotte (author), Ibrahim, Mohamed I. (author), Sebastiano, F. (author), Staszewski, R.B. (author), Vladimirescu, A. (author)Over the past decade, significant progress in quantum technologies has been made, and hence, engineering of these systems has become an important research area. Many researchers have become interested in studying ways in which classical integrated circuits can be used to complement quantum mechanical systems, enabling more compact, performant...journal article 2023
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van de Loo, Koen (author)The urgency for decarbonization of the energy grid is ever increasing and fossil energy sources must be replaced by sustainable sources of energy to prevent detrimental levels of global warming. Renewable energy sources wind and solar show potential and contribute to decarbonization but are intermitted and require storage solutions that are...master thesis 2022
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Emmen, Jelle (author)Modern scientific research is highly specialised and concentrated on specific aspects of the scientist’s scientific field. However, when complex challenges arise, such as the sustainable energy transition, strong collaboration between scientific fields is required. Unfortunately, in many cases, these fields do not overlap, which causes...master thesis 2022
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van Esser, Beer (author)High-level waste can be radiotoxic for thousands of years and should be carefully handled to prevent accidents. The research for geological disposal of radioactive waste focuses on the construction and durability of a geologic disposal facility in Dutch clays or salts. One of the challenges is assessing these host rocks’ capability to retard...master thesis 2022
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Houtkoop, Koen (author)Nuclear power is currently not a commonly used option in commercial marine applications, despite its potential for significant emission reductions. This thesis is an overview of what has been done before, and what the potential is of modern marine nuclear power applications considering the long-term goals of harmful emission reduction in the...master thesis 2022
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Bonke, Noud (author)We introduce a method of designing NMR pulse sequences, with a specific focus toward complete decoupling of carbon-13 spin qubits coupled to a nitrogen-vacancy (NV) center in diamond. Using Average Hamiltonian Theory, we calculate different intermediate Hamiltonians corresponding to different rotations implemented by NMR pulses. Two novel pulse...bachelor thesis 2022
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Emmen, Jelle (author)Many important life cycle assessment elements are left out of current energy energy transition evaluation methods, making it impossible to conduct a neutral and long-term assessment of the highly complicated energy transition. Consequently, chosen strategies cannot truly ensure long-term sustainable development due to the emergence of new...master thesis 2022
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van Breugel, Luuk (author)Small modular reactors are a new type of nuclear reactors with multiple advantages over conventional nuclear reactors. Due to their smaller size, they are safer than conventional nuclear reactors. They can be produced in factories, which solves the problem of nuclear energy projects going over budget due to delays at the installation site. With...master thesis 2022
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van den Bos, Nout (author)Due to the complicated design of nuclear reactors, many complex phenomena can cause points of failure. In the case of nuclear fuel rods, the axial flow that cools the rods can induce vibrations due to the turbulent nature of the flow. Turbulence-induced pressure fluctuations create small but significant vibration amplitudes, which in turn can...master thesis 2022
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Grimmon, Fenna (author)The severe accident at the Fukushima-Daiichi Nuclear Power Station in 2011 has shown the necessity to study the impact of the release of hazardous fission products. This work investigates the Ba-Cs-Sr-Mo-O system, which contains some of the most abundantly produced fission products, as well as fission products that carry a great health risk on...master thesis 2022
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Fragasso, A. (author), de Vries, Hendrik W. (author), Andersson, John (author), van der Sluis, E.O. (author), van der Giessen, Erik (author), Onck, Patrick R. (author), Dekker, C. (author)Nuclear pore complexes (NPCs) regulate all molecular transport between the nucleus and the cytoplasm in eukaryotic cells. Intrinsically disordered Phe-Gly nucleoporins (FG-Nups) line the central conduit of NPCs to impart a selective barrier where large proteins are excluded unless bound to a transport receptor (karyopherin; Kap). Here, we...journal article 2022