Protecting Humanity from Nuclear Waste
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical issue of nuclear waste management in this TEDx talk by Dr. Sarah Weihmann, a PostDoc researcher in geoscience at RWTH Aachen. Discover the essential role of nuclear technology in modern life, including its applications in healthcare, industry, energy production, and national security. Gain insights into the challenges posed by toxic nuclear waste materials that persist for generations. Learn about current and future initiatives for storing and isolating dangerous nuclear materials from expert Dr. Weihmann. Understand the importance of rocks and reservoirs in the ongoing energy transition and their role in nuclear waste disposal. Delve into the fascinating intersection of petroleum geology, nuclear repository industry, and renewable energies as Dr. Weihmann shares her expertise and passion for educating the next generation of energy experts.
Syllabus
Protecting Humanity from Nuclear Waste | Sarah Weihmann | TEDxRWTHAachen
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TEDx
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