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Division Spotlight
Fusion Energy
This division promotes the development and timely introduction of fusion energy as a sustainable energy source with favorable economic, environmental, and safety attributes. The division cooperates with other organizations on common issues of multidisciplinary fusion science and technology, conducts professional meetings, and disseminates technical information in support of these goals. Members focus on the assessment and resolution of critical developmental issues for practical fusion energy applications.
Meeting Spotlight
2024 ANS Annual Conference
June 16–19, 2024
Las Vegas, NV|Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
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!
Latest Magazine Issues
May 2024
Jan 2024
Latest Journal Issues
Nuclear Science and Engineering
June 2024
Nuclear Technology
Fusion Science and Technology
Latest News
NRC finalizes new rule on reactor license renewals
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is issuing a final rule and corresponding update to the generic environmental impact statement (GEIS) the agency uses when considering applications to renew the operating licenses of nuclear power reactors. All four current NRC commissioners voted to approve the rule on May 16.
All In on Nuclear Deployment: The Stakes Have Never Been Higher
Embedded Topical Meetings:
November 17–21, 2024
2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
June 15–18, 2025
2025 ANS Annual Conference
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott Downtown
November 9–12, 2025
2025 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
Washington, DC|Washington Hilton
May 31–June 3, 2026
2026 Annual Conference
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
Embedded Topical Meeting:
November 15–18, 2026
2026 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
Phoenix, AZ|Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
June 13–16, 2027
2027 Annual Conference
Lake Buena Vista, FL|Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace
October 31–November 4, 2027
2027 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
Washington, DC|The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
November 4–7, 2029
2029 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
2031 ANS Winter Meeting and Expo