New world-class research technology unveiled at AECL's Chalk River Laboratories Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) congratulates the National Research Council (NRC) on the official opening of Canada's first neutron reflectometer for the Canadian Neutron Beam Centre (CNBC) located at AECL's Chalk River Laboratories. A ceremony was held today at AECL's Chalk River Laboratories to inaugurate the neutron reflectometer, a new world-class research instrument that will help to ensure Canada's future in nuclear science remains as strong, vibrant and innovative as its past.