At the present stage of reactor coolant studies it is possible to say that radiation affects the deposition behavior of corrosion products in the reactor. A quantitative relation between flux and deposition rate or amount is not available, nor is there information as to exactly which component, or combination thereof, of the radiation is most important. To determine these effects and those of other process parameters, Battelle-Northwest (BNW) is conducting an experimental program for the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL) to evaluate the behavior of corrosion products in pressurized, water-cooled nuclear reactor systems. This program is authorized by and is being performed under the terms and conditions of KAPL Purchase Order 7730-A (and Amendments).

The impacts of a complete test ban on the programs and personnel at the Lawrence Radiation Laboratory. The weapons program with its four major sub-programs are discussed as are those programs outside the weapons arena. The utilization of scientific and technical personnel is also detailed.