ESFR SIMPLE Summer School 2026
09:00 AM Tuesday 7th July until 05:00 PM Thursday 9th July
Department of Engineering, Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1PZ
Auditorium: Lecture Hall 3
The College has a mixture of beautiful historic and contemporary buildings, set in stunning gardens. We are located by the University’s Sidgwick site and University Library, and about 10 minutes walk from the historic centre of Cambridge. We have around 400 undergraduates, 300 postgraduate students, and 70 academic staff.
Summary of event
From July 7–9, 2026, the University of Cambridge will host the next edition of the ESFR-SIMPLE Summer School, a unique event for students and young professionals passionate about the future of Sodium-cooled Fast Reactors (SFRs).
What’s on the agenda:
- 3 days of insights, innovation, and networking
- Expert lectures and high-level discussions
- An exclusive technical tour to dive into the realities of the nuclear sector
This is the perfect opportunity to connect with experts, deepen your knowledge, and contribute to the next generation of nuclear innovation.
Full details
This summer school dives into the latest advances in sodium-cooled fast reactor (SFR) technology, particularly in the context of many advanced small modular designs hitting the global market in recent years.
The event will see lectures from leading industrial and scientific experts as well as presentations on the key outcomes of the ESFR-SIMPLE project, including small-modular SFR core and systems design, safety analysis, student presentations, and a technical tour. Some of the topics will be as follows:
· PFBR: India’s journey from conception to criticality
· Modular SFR core and systems design
· Modular SFR safety advantages
· Metallic SFR core design feasibility and advantages
· R&D Innovative sensors for bubble detection
· Machine Learning for bubble detection
· Social studies of small modular SFRs and educational achievements
REGISTRATION LINK: Book Your Place Today
ADDRESS:
Department of Engineering
Trumpington Street
Cambridge
CB2 1PZ
email: ad2221@cam.ac.uk
Travelling to Cambridge
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By air
Stansted is the nearest international airport. There are regular coach services from Cambridge to all London airports, and train services from Stansted to Cambridge.
Please be aware that EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
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By car
When travelling to Cambridge by car, consider the following tips:
Plan Your Route: Use a route planner like the AA's Route Planner for directions and traffic updates.
Parking Options: There are multi-storey and pay-and-display car parks within walking distance of the city centre. The Grand Arcade has a centrally located multi-storey car park.
E-Car Charging: If you have an electric vehicle, there are e-car charging points available in the city.
Public Transport Alternatives: Consider using the guided busway to avoid congestion when entering or leaving the city.
These tips will help ensure a smooth journey to Cambridge.
Please be aware that, from April, EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
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By rail
There are frequent train services from London (King’s Cross, 49 mins, and Liverpool Street) and from the North and Midlands. There is a taxi rank at the station.
Please be aware that, from April, EU citizens travelling to the UK need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta