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Division Spotlight
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.
Meeting Spotlight
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
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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New GE Hitachi “blocks” could cut costs in nuclear deployment
Researchers at GE Hitachi Nuclear recently completed a successful test on potential new building blocks made of steel-concrete composite.
Make radiation real with an ANS Visualizing Radiation Cloud Chamber Kit
Designed specifically for the needs of educators in and out of the classroom, the ANS Cloud Chamber Kit allows students to view the effects of ionizing radiation through an exciting, hands-on activity. The kit includes materials to build four cloud chambers--the only things the educator needs to provide are alcohol (91% for best results) and dry ice.
Also included are an illustrated step-by-step manual for setting up and using the cloud chambers and a classroom poster to help students identify the types of radiation they may observe.
Reach out to us at uezibe@ans.org to learn more!
Use the following resources in explorations and investigations with the Visualizing Radiation Cloud Chamber Kit.
Cloud Chamber Kit Manual
ANS Visualizing Radiation Cloud Chamber Manual
PowerPoint Presentation
ANS Visualizing Radiation with Cloud Chambers.pptx
Handouts
Health Physics Society Guidance for the Use of Exempt Quantities of Radioactive Materials in the Secondary SchoolProvide a copy of this handout to event organizers for their use and information.https://hps.org/sciencesupport/documents/hps_scisupport_guidance_exempt-quantities-school.pdf
Centers for Disease Control Safe Handling of Dry Icehttps://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/info-by-product/pfizer/downloads/dry-ice-safety-hcp.pdfUse this handout for guidance in handling dry ice and provide a copy to event organizers.
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