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Young Members Group
The Young Members Group works to encourage and enable all young professional members to be actively involved in the efforts and endeavors of the Society at all levels (Professional Divisions, ANS Governance, Local Sections, etc.) as they transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional. It sponsors non-technical workshops and meetings that provide professional development and networking opportunities for young professionals, collaborates with other Divisions and Groups in developing technical and non-technical content for topical and national meetings, encourages its members to participate in the activities of the Groups and Divisions that are closely related to their professional interests as well as in their local sections, introduces young members to the rules and governance structure of the Society, and nominates young professionals for awards and leadership opportunities available to members.
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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Feinstein Institutes to research novel radiation countermeasure
The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, home of the research institutes of New York’s Northwell Health, announced it has received a five-year, $2.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to investigate the potential of human ghrelin, a naturally occurring hormone, as a medical countermeasure against radiation-induced gastrointestinal syndrome (GI-ARS).
September 8–12, 2024
Charleston, SC
Thank you for participating in Plutonium Futures - The Science 2024!
The Proceedings of Plutonium Futures are now available to all who registered for the conference. Access to the Proceedings is linked to the account you used to register for Plutonium Futures.
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On the next page, the Plutonium Futures Proceedings will be available.
Nik KaltsoyannisThe University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
Romain VauchyJapan Atomic Energy Agency
Cameron Tracy(CISAC), Stanford University
Per SöderlindEOS and Materials Theory Group, LLNL
Dr. Matthew Higginson AWE, UK
Brian D. Wirth University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Jean AupiaisCEA-DAM
Plutonium Futures – The Science is a conference with a focused emphasis on research pertaining to the physical and chemical properties of plutonium and relevant actinide elements. This conference will cater to an international audience with varied research and industry backgrounds that will foster heightened dialogue between scientist, engineers, students, and others with a presence in the field. The gathering of such minds will foster an environment of growth, display emerging technologies, and exhibit fundamental studies that could significantly advance the field of plutonium in the coming years.
This year’s host city, Charleston, South Carolina, boasts a storied history and an eclectic variety of activities that is sure to keep any visitor captivated. Charleston is known for being a walkable city where dining, history, and museums are all on display for visitors. If an escape from the city life is needed, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, and Sullivan’s Island are short drives away.
Come enjoy the city of Charleston, SC, and see what different researchers are doing to advance the field of plutonium September 8 – 12 2024.
