Celebrating 65 years of nuclear research and innovation

Since 1959, the McMaster Nuclear Reactor has driven groundbreaking discoveries in energy, medicine and materials; fuelled job creation and the economy; and provided unique training opportunities for future generations of nuclear leaders.

April 16, 2024

Looking down into the McMaster Nuclear Reactor pool.

Journey through McMaster’s extraordinary history of nuclear research and innovation – a legacy that began 65 years ago with the construction of Canada’s largest nuclear research reactor.

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Experiential Learning

Moo-ving research: Student projects combine agriculture and AI

Capstone teams highlight the growing intersection of engineering and agriculture with projects improving cow health, welfare and dairy farm efficiency.

May 14, 2026