Nick Mann is a distinguished research scientist and laboratory manager within N&HS operations at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL), with over two decades of experience in radiological science, emergency response training, and environmental technology innovation. A recognized subject matter expert in radiological/nuclear search, response, and dispersal science, he has played a critical role in strengthening both domestic and international preparedness against radiological threats.

 

Since 2014, Nick has led high-impact, multi-agency training and research efforts involving the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Justice (DOJ), and international partners including the Israeli Home Front Command (HFD) and the Croatian Civil Protection Directorate. He has pioneered field trials involving the controlled dispersal of irradiated materials, enhanced atmospheric modeling collaboration with agencies such as NARAC, and helped design immersive training environments through novel additive manufacturing techniques combined with radiological sources.

 

Nick holds a bachelor’s degree in Geology from Idaho State University. Earlier in his career, Nick contributed to breakthrough filtration and sorbent technologies for radioactive and industrial waste treatment, including projects tied to the Hanford Site and biomass feedstock processing. His work during this period earned a 2001 Idaho Innovation in Industry Award and led to several patented and licensed technologies.

 

Nick’s research portfolio includes 12 awarded U.S. patents (with 2 pending) and 22 peer-reviewed journal publications. His work has been recognized with several prestigious honors, including the R&D 100 Award, Nano50 Award, and the Innovation in Industry Award.