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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
2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
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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TerraPower plans to invest in South African HALEU laser enrichment technology
TerraPower announced today that it has signed a term sheet with ASP Isotopes Inc. as the first step of a planned investment in the construction of a high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) enrichment facility and the eventual purchase of HALEU produced at the facility to fuel its Natrium fast reactors.
August 6–9, 2023
Building Resiliency in a Rapidly Changing World
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 | 8:00–10:00AM EDT
We are tackling a football theme for the Tuesday Evening Event. Wear your favorite team jersey to kick off a fun night!
Monday, August 7, 2023
8:00–10:00AM EDT
Plenary II- Nuclear and the Future of Resiliency
Tuesday,August 8, 2023
The ANS Operations and Power Division (OPD) is offering an opportunity for complimentary registration and housing to the American Nuclear Society Utility Working Conference (UWC) and Technology Expo.
YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK FROM 3:00 PM ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 6th until 12:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9th.
For more information and to apply
Enhance your visibility at the 2023 Utility Working Conference by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor. Sponsors and exhibitors are recognized on the meeting website and the mobile app. All sponsors will also be acknowledged at the Opening Plenary, in promotional communications, and on signage displayed throughout the meeting. Sponsorship packages are limited, so reserve your package early.
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