Main subjects

Oil and Gas: Oil and gas transportation from pipelines offshore to onshore can be challenging. The pipelines can rust, and the development of the "black gold" is not environmentally friendly enough.
Energy and Environment: Sun, wind and hydrogen will provide the world with renewable energy in the future. The energy is already there, but is not being utilized well enough. IFE is working to change that.
Material Technology: New materials give possibilities to progress and new technology.
Nuclear Technology and Health: 1 - 2 percent of the population in Norway are examined every year with radiopharmaceutical methods. Radioactive drugs are used in these examinations to see into the body and detect e.g. cancer. IFE has been working with radioactive material since the 1950s, and has unique expertise in this area.
Man and Technology: Being aware of human capabilities and limitations is vital for the safety in control rooms. IFE researchers are studying factors that influence human reliability and ability to cope with unexpected events.
Nuclear Power and Nuclear Safety: The earth population is growing and more and more countries are becoming wealthy. The need for energy with low or no CO2- emissions are growing rapidly. Many countries see nuclear power as a way to secure enough energy and reduce CO2- emissions.