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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.
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ANS Student Conference 2025
April 3–5, 2025
Albuquerque, NM|The University of New Mexico
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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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State legislation: Illinois bill aims to lift state’s remaining nuclear moratorium
A bill that would fully repeal the state’s entire moratorium on new nuclear projects survived a key deadline in the Illinois General Assembly last week.
To stay afloat in the spring legislative session, bills needed to be assigned to committee by March 21, and state Sen. Sue Rezin’s Senate Bill 1527 now sits with the Senate’s Energy and Public Utilities committee for review.
Technical Session|Panel|Panels
Friday, April 4, 2025|10:30–11:50AM MDT|Lobo AB
Session Chair:
Krista Navarrette
Alternate Chair:
Xavier Angus
Session Organizer:
Ashley Machado
As the demand for a skilled nuclear workforce grows, graduate programs play an essential role in shaping the next generation of nuclear professionals. This panel will focus on the unique opportunities and challenges facing graduate students in nuclear programs across the country. Panelists will discuss emerging fields of study, funding opportunities from fellowships and grants, and career opportunities in academia, industry, and government. Current and recent graduate students will share insights on their experiences and provide guidance on skills that make their graduate school experience successful.
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