Kathryn George

Kathryn George is a Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the Dalton Nuclear Institute. She holds a PhD and MChem in Chemistry from the University of Southampton. Her research bridges chemistry and chemical engineering, focusing on spent nuclear fuel recycling and fusion power development, particularly isotopic lithium enrichment for tritium breeder blankets. She employs holistic approaches addressing supply chains, waste management, and decommissioning challenges.

Expertise includes QD Chemistry and TP Chemical Technology, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable nuclear energy solutions. Key projects include the Accident ToLerANT Fuels project (2018-2022) and NNL Nuclear Fuel Recycle Programme (2017-2018), focusing on nuclear fuel cycles and waste management.

Her work spans solvent extraction mechanisms, irradiation effects on nuclear materials, and strategic material recovery from spent fuel. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams addressing nuclear energy challenges. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but her research garners significant academic attention with over 44 citations in key publications.