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Division Spotlight
Accelerator Applications
The division was organized to promote the advancement of knowledge of the use of particle accelerator technologies for nuclear and other applications. It focuses on production of neutrons and other particles, utilization of these particles for scientific or industrial purposes, such as the production or destruction of radionuclides significant to energy, medicine, defense or other endeavors, as well as imaging and diagnostics.
Meeting Spotlight
ANS Student Conference 2025
April 3–5, 2025
Albuquerque, NM|The University of New Mexico
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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X-energy, Dow apply to build an advanced reactor project in Texas
Dow and X-energy announced today that they have submitted a construction permit application to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a proposed advanced nuclear project in Seadrift, Texas. The project could begin construction later this decade, but only if Dow confirms “the ability to deliver the project while achieving its financial return targets.”
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Southern Nuclear operates six nuclear facilities at the highest levels of safety and reliability, creating carbon-free electricity for millions of homes and businesses. It’s also the licensee of two nuclear units under construction at Plant Vogtle, which will be the first new units built in the U.S. in 30 years.
Visit https://www.georgiapower.com/company/plant-vogtle.html more information:
Friday, April 9
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM EDT: Live Q&A Visit Booth
2:30 - 6:00 PM EDT: Live Q&A Visit Booth
Saturday, April 10
11:00 – 1:00 PM EDT: Live Q&A Visit Booth
2:00 - 6:00 PM EDT: Live Q&A Visit Booth
Thursday, April 8, 2021|2:00–3:00PM (3:00–4:00PM EDT)
