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Accelerator Applications
The division was organized to promote the advancement of knowledge of the use of particle accelerator technologies for nuclear and other applications. It focuses on production of neutrons and other particles, utilization of these particles for scientific or industrial purposes, such as the production or destruction of radionuclides significant to energy, medicine, defense or other endeavors, as well as imaging and diagnostics.
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Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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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Christmas Night
Twas the night before Christmas when all through the houseNo electrons were flowing through even my mouse.
All devices were plugged in by the chimney with careWith the hope that St. Nikola Tesla would share.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by RPD
Tuesday, November 17, 2020|12:00–2:10PM EST
Session Chair:
Robert Hill (ANL)
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Tim Beville (DOE)
Staff Producer:
Julie Bry (American Nuclear Society)
A new domestic Program to support demonstrations of advanced reactor technologies has been initiated by DOE. Recently, two cost-share projects for near-term reactor demonstrations were announced. At this session, TerraPower and XEnergy will outline demonstration plans for their advanced reactor concepts.
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