Join Professor Koroush Shirvan, an expert in nuclear engineering from MIT, as he unpacks the fascinating world of uranium fuel. He discusses the surprising transformations of fuel under bombardment and the economic challenges of uranium enrichment. Shirvan highlights innovative accident-tolerant fuels that could revolutionize safety in reactors while drawing from historical context and technical complexities. Discover the balance between advanced reactor designs and the fluctuating market conditions that could define the future of nuclear energy.