European Euratom Nuclear Waste Transmutation and Geological Disposal Award

Annual research award supporting collaborative projects between Dutch and European universities on deep geological repository barrier integrity.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Doctoral student enrolled in radiochemistry, environmental geosciences, or civil engineering in an EU university
English language proficiency: English proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Two-page proposal outlining experimental geochemical or radioactive waste barrier tests
Recommendation letters: Ph.D. advisor endorsement

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €6,000 travel and experimental testing grant at the Petten hot-cell facilities
Application fee: Free application
Tuition / joining costs: Not applicable; research award

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Nuclear Research and Consultancy Group (NRG Petten) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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