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Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
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2027 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
October 31–November 4, 2027
Washington, DC|The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
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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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Disney World should have gone nuclear
There is extra significance to the American Nuclear Society holding its annual meeting in Orlando, Florida, this past week. That’s because in 1967, the state of Florida passed a law allowing Disney World to build a nuclear power plant.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Nuclear Human Resources Group
Monday, August 5, 2024|9:30–11:00AM EDT|Calusa 10
In the first part of this session, you will understand the value of an organization specific competency model – tailored to the organizations unique needs and closely aligned to business strategy (INPO 23-002) – Ameren refreshed its enterprise-wide competency model reflecting the knowledge, skills, and behaviors most critical for the organization's success. The team engaged leaders across the business, researched and benchmarked models and leveraged INPO 19-003 Staying On Top to refresh the competencies, validated the model, rolled out the new model with significant leader engagement, and integrated these new competencies into talent processes (e.g., selection, development, performance management, succession planning) and as a key element of formal leadership development opportunities. Learn how a strong partnership with Human Resources and Nuclear site leaders has been leveraged to engage workers across all levels of the organization in embracing the refreshed enterprise-wide competencies to drive and sustain Nuclear excellence.
In the second part of this session, there will be a presentation entitled "Engagement: The Next Gen for Nuclear's Frontline." It will focus on how Entergy’s Nuclear sector enhanced their Frontline employee engagement, resulting in improved safety, operational effectiveness and cost savings. Employee Engagement is the secret sauce to driving business outcomes in the nuclear sector. Yet, according to Gallup’s national engagement data, only 33% of employees are fully engaged, which is defined as providing "discretionary effort". The session demonstrates how engagement, empowered Frontline employees to drive improved business outcomes. Utilizing Alignment Strategies’ proprietary engagement process, attendees will see the creation of a sustained engagement culture, owned by the Frontline supervisor, through their Frontline employees. It demonstrates how organizational goals can be exceeded when employees are empowered and can create highly engaged teams, who solve problems that matter.
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