Working with NTRC

There are several mechanisms for accessing NTRC experimental facilities and expertise. Specific contractual arrangements will depend on which NTRC partner – UT or ORNL – has the primary resources needed by a customer. All inquiries should be directed to the NTRC or to the point of contact listed for a specific NTRC research area (see drop-down menu at right).

The main partnering mechanisms are User Agreements and Sponsored Research. Either mechanism can provide protection for proprietary information and data.

User Agreements are aimed at customers who want to come to the NTRC and actively participate in their project. User Agreements are limited to ORNL laboratories and facilities. Download the User Guide and the User Proposal form.

Sponsored Research is a more traditional arrangement where a work scope, schedule, and budget are defined collaboratively, with ORNL and/or UT performing all work for the customer.