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Thermal Hydraulics
The division provides a forum for focused technical dialogue on thermal hydraulic technology in the nuclear industry. Specifically, this will include heat transfer and fluid mechanics involved in the utilization of nuclear energy. It is intended to attract the highest quality of theoretical and experimental work to ANS, including research on basic phenomena and application to nuclear system design.
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International Conference on Mathematics and Computational Methods Applied to Nuclear Science and Engineering (M&C 2025)
April 27–30, 2025
Denver, CO|The Westin Denver Downtown
Standards Program
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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DOE report: Cost to finish cleaning up Hanford site could exceed $589 billion
The cost to complete the cleanup of the Department of Energy’s Hanford Site in Washington state could cost as much as $589.4 billion, according to the 2025 Hanford Lifecycle Scope, Schedule, and Cost Report, which was released by the DOE on April 15. While that estimate is $44.2 billion lower than the DOE’s 2022 estimate of $640.6 billion, a separate, low-end estimate has since grown by more than 21 percent, to $364 billion.
The life cycle report, which the DOE is legally required to issue every three years under agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology), summarizes the remaining work scope, schedule, and cost estimates for the nuclear site. For more than 40 years, Hanford’s reactors produced plutonium for America’s defense program.
Nuclear Plant Instrumentation and Control & Human-Machine Interface Technology (NPIC&HMIT 2025)
Technical Session|Panel
Tuesday, June 17, 2025|10:00–11:45AM CDT|Clark
Session Chair:
Rylee Runyon
Alternate Chair:
Pareez Golub
Session Organizer:
Hyun Gook Kang
This panel session features early-career professionals from the nuclear industry sharing their diverse experiences as they embark on their journeys in a rapidly evolving field. Attendees will hear firsthand accounts of the challenges faced, including navigating complex technical environments and overcoming workplace barriers amid increasing demands for safety and sustainability. Panelists will highlight significant milestones, such as contributions to advanced reactor designs and improvements in safety protocols, while also discussing the strategies they employed to transform obstacles into opportunities through innovative approaches and creative problem-solving. Both personal and collective accomplishments will be showcased to inspire peers and demonstrate the impact of fresh perspectives in the field. The session aims to foster an open dialogue, encouraging questions and shared insights among participants, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration and mentorship in professional growth. By creating a supportive atmosphere, we hope to build connections and mentorship opportunities for future leaders in the nuclear sector. Panelists will include I&C Engineers from a Utility, the Operating Fleet, Advanced Reactor Design, a Digital Platform OEM, and an Architectural and Engineering Firm. Join us to celebrate the resilience and achievements of those shaping the future of the industry, as together we cultivate a vibrant community dedicated to innovation and growth.
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