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Division Spotlight
Reactor Physics
The division's objectives are to promote the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical phenomena characterizing nuclear reactors and other nuclear systems. The division encourages research and disseminates information through meetings and publications. Areas of technical interest include nuclear data, particle interactions and transport, reactor and nuclear systems analysis, methods, design, validation and operating experience and standards. The Wigner Award heads the awards program.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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Christmas Night
Twas the night before Christmas when all through the houseNo electrons were flowing through even my mouse.
All devices were plugged in by the chimney with careWith the hope that St. Nikola Tesla would share.
Technical Session|Panel|Panels
Monday, April 22, 2024|1:30–3:15PM PDT|Imperial Ballroom
Session Chair:
Ishita Trivedi
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Massimiliano Fratoni
Starting an engineering startup company involves a systematic and strategic process to transform innovative ideas into a viable business. It is an exciting journey to see one's idea manifest into products that can meet real world demands. But what does it take to "start" a startup? What are the steps after identification of a problem and solution? This session will feature an array of panelist from nuclear startups and venture capitalists who will draw from their entrepreneurship experiences to talk about the practical steps involved in transforming an idea into a successful funded company?
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