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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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ANS Student Conference 2025
April 3–5, 2025
Albuquerque, NM|The University of New Mexico
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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Garrish up for repeat term as DOE’s nuclear energy secretary
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Theodore “Ted” Garrish—who has spent more than four decades working in nuclear—is President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the Department of Energy’s assistant secretary for nuclear energy, or, NE-1.
The nomination was referred to the U.S. Senate’s Committee on Energy and Natural Resources on February 3. Garrish previously held the office from 1987 to 1989 under President Ronald Reagan. Most recently, Kathryn Huff held the NE-1 post, and Michael Goff has served as interim assistant secretary since Huff stepped down in May 2024.
Garrish’s most recent term in public office was as assistant secretary for the Office of International Affairs at the Energy Department, from 2018 to 2021, during Trump’s first term. Supporters say Garrish’s 40-plus years working in the nuclear industry and in nuclear energy oversight positions makes him more than qualified to serve in the DOE office again.
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The Leadership Award recognizes an ANS member for outstanding and sustained service to the Society in the areas of leadership, governance, or direction of the ANS. This award is primarily intended to recognize the services of members of the governance committees of ANS. Multiple awards are possible in a year when exceptionally qualified individuals are nominated.
This award consists of an engraved plaque, which is presented during the ANS Annual Conference.
The ANS Leadership Award was established to recognize substantial contributions over a prolonged period of time. This recognition is made when, in the opinion of the Honors and Awards Committee, the duration and significance of the candidate’s contributions warrant that distinction.
Nominations must include the completed nomination form accompanied by the following supporting documents:
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