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Mathematics & Computation
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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Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo (UWC 2024)
August 4–7, 2024
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
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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NRC engineers share their expertise at the University of Puerto Rico
Robert Roche-Rivera and Marcos Rolón-Acevedo are licensed professional engineers who work at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. They are also alumni of the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez (UPRM) and have been sharing their knowledge and experience with students at their alma mater since last year, serving as adjunct professors in the university’s Department of Mechanical Engineering. During the 2023–2024 school year, they each taught two courses: Fundamentals of Nuclear Science and Engineering, and Nuclear Power Plant Engineering.
April 12–16, 2015
Real World Solutions for Integrated Management of Used Fuel and HLW
Charleston, SC|Charleston Marriott
The Charleston Marriott, located at 170 Lockwood Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29403-5123, will be the location for the 2015 International High-Level Radioactive Waste Management conference (IHLRWM), where all the meeting activities and technical session will take place. The special room rate for the meeting is $179/per night (single/double rate). The Government room rate is $173/per night (single/double rate). Please note that if booking an available Government rate room, a valid and active Government ID will be required at check-in. Reservations can be made online at: Book your Group Rate: Charleston Marriott Book your Government Rate: Marriott Government Rate To make a phone reservation for a guest room, call 800-228-9290. Room block closes on Monday, March 16th, 2015, after which point room rate and availability cannot be guaranteed. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the group rate.
Honorary Chair:
Tiina Jalonen (Senior Vice President, Posiva Oy)
General Chair:
Lake Barrett (L. Barrett Consulting, LLC)
Program Chairs:
Andrew Sowder (Sr. Project Manager, Electric Power Research Institute)
Ruth Weiner (Subject Expert, Boston Government Services)