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Division members promote the advancement of mathematical and computational methods for solving problems arising in all disciplines encompassed by the Society. They place particular emphasis on numerical techniques for efficient computer applications to aid in the dissemination, integration, and proper use of computer codes, including preparation of computational benchmark and development of standards for computing practices, and to encourage the development on new computer codes and broaden their use.
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International Conference on Mathematics and Computational Methods Applied to Nuclear Science and Engineering (M&C 2025)
April 27–30, 2025
Denver, CO|The Westin Denver Downtown
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TerraPower begins U.K. regulatory approval process
Seattle-based TerraPower signaled its interest this week in building its Natrium small modular reactor in the United Kingdom, the company announced.
TerraPower sent a letter to the U.K.’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, formally establishing its intention to enter the U.K. generic design assessment (GDA) process. This is TerraPower’s first step in deployment of its Natrium technology—a 345-MW sodium fast reactor coupled with a molten salt energy storage unit—on the international stage.
April 28–May 2, 2013
Integrating Storage, Transportation, and Disposal
Albuquerque, NM|Albuquerque Marriott
The Albuquerque Marriott, located at 2101 Louisiana Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110, will be the location for the 2013 International High-Level Radioactive Waste Management Topical Meeting, where all meeting activities and technical sessions will take place. The special room rate for the meeting is: $101.25/night (single / double rate). Reservations can be made using the link below. To register by phone for a guest room: 800-334-2086. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the group rate.
Honorary Chair:
Ju Wang (Vice President, Beijing Research Institute, Head, HLW Disposal Program, China)
General Chair:
Kevin McMahon (Sandia National Laboratories)
Program Chair:
Barry Butterfield (HDR Engineering Inc.)
