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Materials Science & Technology
The objectives of MSTD are: promote the advancement of materials science in Nuclear Science Technology; support the multidisciplines which constitute it; encourage research by providing a forum for the presentation, exchange, and documentation of relevant information; promote the interaction and communication among its members; and recognize and reward its members for significant contributions to the field of materials science in nuclear technology.
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Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Fermilab center renamed after late particle physicist Helen Edwards
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory’s Integrated Engineering Research Center, which officially opened in January 2024, is now known as the Helen Edwards Engineering Center. The name was changed to honor the late particle physicist who led the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of the lab’s Tevatron accelerator and was part of the Water Resources Development Act signed by President Biden in December 2024, according to a Fermilab press release.
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Nomination Deadline
June 1
Presented at the
2025 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo
The Henry DeWolf Smyth Nuclear Statesman Award recognizes an individual for outstanding service in developing and guiding the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. The award is a joint effort between the American Nuclear Society and the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI). It is presented once per year to only one individual.
The nominee must be widely recognized for their statesmanlike contributions to the many aspects of nuclear energy. A significant segment of the candidate’s work must have been directed toward the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
The award consists of an engraved bronze medal, which incorporates a bust of Henry DeWolf Smyth.
Nominees may be from any nation, but they must not be deceased at the time the awardee is selected. The nominee need not be an ANS or NEI member. Self-nomination is prohibited. Nominations submitted for candidates are for that year only, and any subsequent nominations for a candidate must be resubmitted each year.
The Henry DeWolf Smyth Nuclear Statesman Award was established in 1972 by the Atomic Industrial Forum, now the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI), and the American Nuclear Society (ANS). The inaugural award was presented to Dr. Smyth for his outstanding and statesmanlike contributions to the many aspects of nuclear energy activities. Subsequent recipients of the award have been selected by ANS and NEI. In 2025, the presentation time was changed to the Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo.
Either organization may request changes (additions, corrections, deletions) to the award requirements and procedures at any time.
All expenses incurred for this award will be shared equally by the NEI and ANS.
Nominations for candidates for the award are selected by the American Nuclear Society and the Nuclear Energy Institute.
Nominations must include the completed nomination form accompanied by the following supporting documents:
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