NuCube Energy, Inc. and Idaho State University (ISU) have been chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to participate in the Nuclear Energy Launch Pad USA program, aimed at advancing nuclear reactor technologies. The selected project, the Advanced Research and Test (ART) Reactor, will be located on ISU's Pocatello campus, serving as a platform for operator training, academic research, and commercialization of next-generation nuclear systems. Dr. Cristian Rabiti, Co-Founder and CEO of NuCube, highlighted this selection as a significant validation of their technology and safety approach. The ART Reactor will utilize TRISO fuel and heat-pipe cooling, ensuring passive safety features. This initiative is part of a broader federal effort to enhance U.S. leadership in nuclear energy, following executive orders aimed at streamlining reactor testing and commercialization. Jim Widmann, Dean of ISU's College of Science and Engineering, emphasized that this project will position ISU as a leader in nuclear education, providing students with direct access to advanced reactor systems. The collaboration will be executed with a commitment to safety and transparency, involving coordination with regulatory authorities.