The KBH Energy Center has partnered with Cockrell School’s Nuclear & Radiation Engineering Program to bring you Nuclear Niche!

In this event, learn from Chief Engineer Dr. Jon McWhirter about how TerraPower is pioneering breakthroughs at the intersection of clean energy and medical innovation.

📅 Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 | 🕕 6 PM | 📍 ETC 3.112
🍕 Food provided

With over 30 years in the nuclear field, Dr. McWhirter has advanced technologies in liquid metal and molten salt reactors. He leads efforts at TerraPower, a company founded by Bill Gates, and their Natrium program – driving carbon-free energy and lifesaving cancer treatments.

There will be about 30 minutes of presentation followed by 30 minutes of student-led Q&A.

No registration is required for this event – we look forward to seeing you there!

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