In 1951, Oak Ridge National Laboratory began producing the nickel-63 isotope that is now used in airport detectors to prevent terrorism. Today, ORNL is the only known producer of this isotope. (Photo courtesy ORNL)
Did you know? In 1951, Oak Ridge National Laboratory began producing the nickel-63 isotope that is now used in airport detectors to prevent terrorism.
Today, ORNL says it is the only known producer of this isotope.
“Did you know?” is an occasional feature on Oak Ridge Today that highlights interesting facts about Oak Ridge that might not be widely known. This includes information that makes the city and its federal facilities unique or unusual.
