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Description
The Idaho National Laboratory ( INL) was founded in 1949 as the National Reactor Testing Station to provide an isolated location where various kinds of nuclear reactors and support facilities could be built and tested. Fifty- two test reactors were constructed at the INL over the years. In 1974, the site was renamed a national engineering laboratory to reflect its expanding application of applied science and engineering capabilities. As it responded to the realities of the post-Cold War world, the INL turned its expertise to become a leader in providing technology for environmental management and research. Today, INL's staff has a broad range of expertise in the engineering of large-scale process, detection systems, law enforcement, chemistry, nuclear security systems, sensors, communication and computing, biotechnology, and in a variety of other science and engineering areas.
Mission
The mission of the INL is to:
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Deliver science-based, engineered solutions to the challenges of DOE's mission areas, other federal agencies, and industrial clients.
- Complete environmental cleanup responsibly, using innovative science and engineering capabilities.
- Provide leadership and support to optimize the value of EM investments and strategic partnerships throughout the DOE complex.
- Enhance scientific and technical talent, facilities, and equipment to best serve national and regional interests.