The first Rapid Turnaround Experiment (RTE) call for fiscal year 2025 is now open

Proposals must be submitted by 4 p.m. MT Oct. 31, 2024.

This award process offers an avenue for researchers to perform irradiation effects studies of limited scope on nuclear fuels and materials of interest utilizing NSUF facilities. Completion of RTE projects is expected within 9 months of award. Prospective researchers are strongly encouraged to request samples from the NSUF Nuclear Fuels and Materials Library.

RTE proposals are typically solicited and awarded three times per year. They are reviewed and evaluated for technical merit, relevancy and feasibility. The number of awards is dependent on the availability of funding. Further explanation of the review process can be found here. Proposals must support the DOE Office of Nuclear Energy mission.

For more information about the RTE rules and requirements, please click here or contact Anna Podgorney ([email protected]).

FY25 RTE 1st call proposal submittal and review schedule

• Oct. 1: Solicitation period opens
• Oct. 15 (10 a.m. MT): RTE Call Seminar 
• Oct. 21: Individual Q&A sessions (must be scheduled in advance)
• Oct. 31 (4 p.m. MST): Proposal due date 
• Dec. 1 (estimated): Selection review completed
• Feb. 1 (estimated): Proposals awarded