This annual survey offers a crucial opportunity to directly inform the Office of Isotope R&D and Production's strategic planning and resource prioritization. Your input on future market demand is essential for strengthening our domestic supply chains, driving innovation, and ensuring the U.S. continues to meet critical isotope needs across all sectors.
NIDC News
The IRP is now accepting requests for Am-241 for the upcoming supply term of May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027.
This annual survey offers a crucial opportunity to directly inform the Office of Isotope R&D and Production's strategic planning and resource prioritization.
Driven by recent demand, the U.S. DOE Office of Isotope R&D and Production has reestablished the capability to provide Bismuth-207 and is currently the only domestic producer of this isotope.
DOE Isotope Program Highlights
To Advance Cancer Therapy, University Starts Producing Terbium-161
In this study, researchers from the University of Utah, in collaboration with the University of Missouri, produced Tb-161 using the University of Utah’s TRIGA research reactors.
Improving Large-Scale Domestic Production of Americium-241, a Critical Component in Smoke Detectors and Nuclear Batteries
Researchers explore the effects of radiation and harsh chemicals to optimize americium-241 production.
Astatine Paving the Way for a New Era in Cancer Radiopharmaceuticals
Researchers gain new insights into a strong bond between At-211 and common chemicals, creating new possibilities for cancer treatment
Killing Cancer with Radioactive Nanocrystals
The Department of Energy Isotope Program (DOE IP) continues to enable groundbreaking developments in cancer research through the provision of medically relevant isotopes.
