Kurt Terrani

Kurt Terrani, an Iranian-born nuclear scientist and CEO of Standard Nuclear, teams up with Tommy Hendrix, a Green Beret and venture capitalist. They discuss revolutionary TRISO fuel technology, which enhances safety and powers small modular reactors. The duo shares their journey of rescuing this innovation from financial collapse and the potential it has for both commercial and military applications. They highlight the historical significance of nuclear advancements and the shift in public perception about nuclear energy's future.

Kurt Terrani, CEO of Standard Nuclear and an expert in nuclear fuels, dives deep into the often-overlooked world of TRISO fuel, essential for advanced reactors. He explains the nuclear fuel cycle, from uranium processing to TRISO's unique resilience and economic impact on reactor safety and scalability. Discussing the transition from vertically integrated fuel strategies to flexible suppliers, Kurt shares insights from Standard Nuclear's journey post-Chapter 11 and stresses the importance of standardizing fuel specs to accelerate nuclear technology deployment.