Expansion of the JRR-3 user application system; RING (Research Information NaviGator)

Abe, Kazuhide

The Japan Atomic Energy Agency's research reactor, JRR-3, resumed operations on February 26, 2021, after nearly a decade. As a shared-use facility, JRR-3 is operated to accommodate external users as well. The procedures, from research proposal submissions to final report submissions, are conducted through the online system JRR-3 RING (Research Information NaviGator) (https://jrr3ring.jaea.go.jp/). RING enables integrated management of proposal submissions, schedule adjustments, data sharing, and report submissions, and it has been upgraded in preparation for the resumption of JRR-3 operations. RING is specifically designed to enhance the convenience of beamline users, featuring simplified application processes, improved flexibility in schedule coordination, and enhanced data management capabilities. With the implementation of this system, users can conduct their research more efficiently and securely. Moving forward, JRR-3 aims to expand its role as a platform for neutron research, accessible to a diverse range of researchers both domestically and internationally. The resumption of operations and the expansion of RING mark a significant step toward revitalizing neutron research and fostering collaboration with industries and academia.