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Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have been shown to exhibit myriad chemical abilities. CNT materials are similar to activated carbon, but their regularized molecular structure has the potential for greater engineered control. An intriguing application is the removal and possible sequestration of radionuclides from nuclear plant waste streams. In this issue’s Viewpoint, researchers from three European research institutes overview the chemistry to date involving CNT materials interacting with radionuclides. In so doing, they sound a call to the environmental and materials research communities to further investigate the potential of functionalized CNTs and/or composites made from this novel substance.

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