Franco-Dutch nuclear startup Thorizon has announced a research partnership with radiochemical firm Curium and INSA Lyon to support the development of its fourth-generation molten salt reactor, the Thorizon One, move that expands the company's industrial presence in France.

The collaboration will focus on corrosion testing of metals in contact with molten salts as an important step in ensuring the long-term safety and durability of reactor materials and components, said a statement.