Derek Haas

Assoc Prof @UTaustin. Advanced nuclear reactors and non-proliferation.

[UT Energy Institute @EnergyUT]

At The University of Texas at Austin, engineers are leading the charge to make nuclear energy safer than ever as Texas expands its energy grid.

Check out the full story: https://t.co/RPgwKxcsv2

#NuclearSafety #UTEnergy #NuclearEnergy #TexasIsEnergy #WhatStartsHere

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

Congrats to Antares!

[Antares @AntaresNuclear]

https://t.co/MygqwoDdn9

[UT Mech Engineering @utmechengr]

Join us on April 6th for the Texas Nuclear Symposium as part of UT Energy Week 2026! Register Now: https://t.co/eZza9I2jGU

[Natura Resources LLC @NaturaResources]

Texas supercomputers are powering the future of advanced nuclear.​

Our work with @UTAustin lets us model the core physics of our molten salt reactor with unmatched precision, reinforcing safety and accelerating our path to commercial deployment.​
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More: https://t.co/c0l3geU8zk

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@joshdr83 @MichaelEWebber https://t.co/0swut96Afn

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Ivy Seidel (UT grad student) published an article on the economics of nuclear in ERCOT.

Nuclear is competitive when gas CAPEX and fuel prices hit today's levels. Market design should value energy sources that reduce price volatility.
w/ @joshdr83 @MichaelEWebber Kevin Clarno

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@mjscarangella @Atomicrod You appear to know very little. ACU and Natura are not suing the NRC, are one of the few projects with an approved NRC construction permit, and have designed the research reactor to provide data that will support the licensing of Natura’s commercial reactors.

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New Report: Cultivating Homegrown Nuclear Talent in Texas

https://t.co/7WQlD8OPlF

[The Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center @KBHEnergyCenter]

We've partnered with @CockrellSchool Nuclear & Radiation Engineering Program to bring you Nuclear Niche, a brand-new networking hub! It's open to all UT student curious about energy, technology, and innovation - register your interest: https://t.co/e84ftuWkhl

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

We have three openings for tenure-track faculty positions related to nuclear engineering @UTAustin. One position is focused on nuclear materials and nuclear robotics, and we have two positions in thermal fluid systems.

[UT Mech Engineering @utmechengr]

We currently have openings for multiple tenure-track positions. Be a part of one of the top mechanical engineering programs in the country!
https://t.co/v1RZTI122g

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@Atomicrod @isodope https://t.co/CDldq56Lji

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Everyone interested in nuclear startup companies should read this article. Actual expertise is critical.

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@Beazy_Rampezy @NRCgov That's what the NRC said: "The NRC looks forward to future interactions on more comprehensive technical information, clearly defined design features, and a well-articulated design basis to facilitate effective engagement."

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@whatisnuclear Did he ever post a reply to the analysis of the spent fuel dose rate?

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@Atomicrod @nuclearzak Here is the real issue with the application of LNT. Some think we can have zero risk from nuclear power, and some realize that risk is inherent in being alive. The issue is whether different thresholds of risk are acceptable for one tech vs another.

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@FacemireJon @Ember421 @Dr_A_Stein Natura’s commercial license application will be able to leverage NRC findings related to the safety related systems in the research reactor that will be fundamental to the commercial reactor.

The CP also demonstrates a company’s ability to navigate the licensing process.

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

@FacemireJon @Ember421 @Dr_A_Stein Each company will have different licensing strategies. Natura and Kairos are pretty similar as far as I can tell (compared to X-energy and TerraPower, or the many companies that have not yet submitted an application, for example). Getting a CP is no small thing.

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

Bill details: https://t.co/TMebNKoGFT

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The Texas House of Representatives is about to discuss HB 14 - Relating to support for the development of the nuclear energy industry.

[Derek Haas @HaasDerek]

Live stream https://t.co/pvvUTKmrSz