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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
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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2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
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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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Bipartisan nuclear waste bill introduced in U.S. House
U.S. representatives Mike Levin (D., Calif.) and August Pfluger (R., Texas) have introduced the bipartisan Nuclear Waste Administration Act of 2024, which would establish an independent agency to manage the country’s nuclear waste.
In addition to establishing a new, single-purpose administration to manage the back end of the nuclear fuel cycle, the bill would direct a consent-based siting process for nuclear waste facilities and ensure reliable funding for managing nuclear waste by providing access to the Nuclear Waste Fund. According to Pfluger and Levin, the bill’s provisions are in line with recommendations from the Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future.
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Saturday, November 11, 2023|7:30AM–4:00PM EST
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Saturday, November 11, 2023|8:30–8:50AM EST
Panel|Monroe|Sponsored by |Session Chairs: Patrick Snouffer, Julie McCallum
Saturday, November 11, 2023|8:50–10:00AM EST
Saturday, November 11, 2023|10:00–10:20AM EST
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Saturday, November 11, 2023|10:20–11:10AM EST
Panel|Jefferson East|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Victor Ibarra
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Panel|Lincoln East|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Julie McCallum
Saturday, November 11, 2023|11:20AM–12:10PM EST
Panel|Lincoln West|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Will Searight
Panel|Jefferson East|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Matt Jasica
Saturday, November 11, 2023|12:15–1:15PM EST
Monroe|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Kelsey Amundson
Saturday, November 11, 2023|1:20–2:30PM EST
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Panel|Lincoln West|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Evan Gonzalez
Saturday, November 11, 2023|3:00–3:50PM EST
Panel|Lincoln East|Sponsored by |Session Chair: Pierre-Clément Simon
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Saturday, November 11, 2023|4:00–5:30PM EST
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Saturday, November 11, 2023|6:30–8:30PM EST