Universal chemical processor with radioisotope source

A universal chemical processor (UCP) including a reactor vessel having a central longitudinal axis and main chamber, the UCP comprising:

• a first inlet port for a main feedstock leading to the main chamber;
• a second inlet port for a fluidizing medium leading to the main chamber;
• a third inlet port for one or more reactants leading to the main reactor chamber;
• and
• a reactive radioactive chemical processor (R2CP) including:
• a radioactive element extending along the longitudinal axis in the main chamber;
• and
• an outlet for products of generated in the UCP;
• wherein, in operation, a fluidized bed can be supported in the main chamber when a fluidizing medium and feedstock are supplied to the main chamber through the first and second inlet ports;
• and
• wherein, the radioactive element of the R2CP emits ionizing radiation that is capable of ionizing feedstock and reactants, inducing chemical reactions, and sterilizing and decomposing any organic materials within a radiation zone.