NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. announced on April 2, 2025, the signing of a strategic collaboration with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.) to construct the first research KRONOS micro modular reactor (MMR) on the university’s campus. This agreement formally establishes U. of I. as a partner in the licensing, siting, public engagement, and research operation of the KRONOS MMR, and designates the campus as the permanent site for the reactor.
This milestone marks the beginning of site-specific development for NANO Nuclear’s advanced KRONOS MMR technology, representing a defining moment in its path to commercialization. Following initial arrangements, NANO Nuclear will commence geological characterization, including subsurface investigations, to support the preparation of a Construction Permit Application (CPA) for submission to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). This preparatory work is essential for safety analysis and environmental reporting.
Through this collaboration, U. of I. and NANO Nuclear will work together throughout the regulatory licensing process, plant design implementation, and workforce development. The KRONOS MMR Energy System, NANO Nuclear’s flagship micro modular reactor, is designed to redefine nuclear energy with a 15 MWe output, 45 MWt thermal output, and a 20-year operational lifespan. This announcement reflects NANO Nuclear’s transition from design to deployment, initiating the first physical project work in the company’s history.
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