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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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Remembering ANS member Gil Brown
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The nuclear community is mourning the loss of Gilbert Brown, who passed away on July 11 at the age of 77 following a battle with cancer.
Brown, an American Nuclear Society Fellow and an ANS member for nearly 50 years, joined the faculty at Lowell Technological Institute—now the University of Massachusetts–Lowell—in 1973 and remained there for the rest of his career. He eventually became director of the UMass Lowell nuclear engineering program. After his retirement, he remained an emeritus professor at the university.
Sukesh Aghara, chair of the Nuclear Engineering Department Heads Organization, noted in an email to NEDHO members and others that “Gil was a relentless advocate for nuclear energy and a deeply respected member of our professional community. He was also a kind and generous friend—and one of the reasons I ended up at UMass Lowell. He served the university with great dedication. . . . Within NEDHO, Gil was a steady presence and served for many years as our treasurer. His contributions to nuclear engineering education and to this community will be dearly missed.”
The ANS Cares Committee was developed to promote and support the expanded participation and engagement within nuclear science, technology, and engineering. The program focuses on fostering a professional environment where all individuals have access to opportunities within the Society.
The goals of the program are to:
To help achieve these goals, under the guidance of the ANS Cares Committee, the Society hosts networking events, organizes sessions at meetings that enhances awareness and engagement, provides grants for travel to meetings, provides support for student and local sections, bestows scholarships and awards, and offers leadership opportunities.
Recognizes the outstanding personal dedication and technical achievement by a woman for work she has performed in the fields of nuclear science, engineering, research, or education. Nominations are due August 1.
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Recognizes exemplary accomplishments by a woman in the fields of nuclear science and engineering. This award is intended to recognize outstanding lifetime or singular achievements by women that have resulted in tangible benefits to the field of nuclear science and engineering. Nominations are due August 1.
The Social Responsibility in the Nuclear Community Award recognizes an individual, group, or organization for outstanding efforts in social responsibility promoting broader engagement and community-building in the nuclear community. The award may be presented for a singular outstanding effort or a sustained effort over a long period of time. Nominations are due August 1.
ANS is committed to encouraging new and returning students to enter and flourish in the field of nuclear science and technology. In fulfilling this commitment, the ANS Cares travel grant provides supplemental funding, including complimentary registration and reimbursement for travel, hotel, and meal expenses for attending either the ANS Annual or Winter Conferences.
The George A. Ferguson K-12 Engagement Grants are awarded to expand STEM curriculum by introducing nuclear science and technology to Kindergarten through High School students. These grants are awarded to ANS members or Local/Student sections to provide new engagement opportunities to students from under resourced communities in the United States (and its territories). Priority will be given to applicants that incorporate the ANS Navigating Nuclear and other K-12 programs.
ANS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming community where all individuals—regardless of background—are welcomed, valued for their unique contributions, and provided equal opportunities to participate, lead, and grow within the nuclear science and technology field.
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Promoting diversity and inclusion in the profession requires a consistent, long-term effort and the combined participation of businesses, government, professional societies, and the education community.
ANS Executive Director/CEO Craig Piercy joined the Gender Champions in Nuclear Policy (GCNP), making a commitment, along with over 50 other leaders in the GCNP network, to increase break down gender barriers in the field of nuclear policy.
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Contact the ANS Cares Committee to at cares@ans.org to learn more about volunteer opportunities.
Chair: Matthew Jasica
Staff Liaison: Aubrey Whittington
