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Reactor Physics
The division's objectives are to promote the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical phenomena characterizing nuclear reactors and other nuclear systems. The division encourages research and disseminates information through meetings and publications. Areas of technical interest include nuclear data, particle interactions and transport, reactor and nuclear systems analysis, methods, design, validation and operating experience and standards. The Wigner Award heads the awards program.
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2021 ANS Winter Meeting and Technology Expo
November 30–December 3, 2021
Washington, DC|Washington Hilton
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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The U.S. Army’s Deactivated Nuclear Power Plant Program
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, is home to the North Atlantic Division’s Radiological Health Physics Regional (RHPR) Center of Expertise, which is leading the decommissioning of Army reactors.
From 1956 to 1976, the Army’s nuclear power program operated several small nuclear reactors to confirm the feasibility of their meeting military power needs on land. Three Army reactors were deactivated in the 1970s and placed into safe storage awaiting future decommissioning.
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The 2021 ANS Winter Meeting will be a fully-hybrid conference, offering the flexibility to attend in Washington, D.C. or virtually Nov. 30 – Dec. 3. No matter which you choose, you'll have the same access to more than 100 session and 300+ presentations.
Check out our more than 30 recorded webinars available for viewing. Past topics include advanced reactor technologies, perspectives from past DOE officials, a look back at Fukushima, updates from national laboratories, and much more.
ANS is proud to offer free K-12 nuclear science curriculum for educators and students throughout the country. Check out the resources today, including digital lessons, project starters, career profiles, and three exciting Virtual Field Trips.
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