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Division Spotlight
Nuclear Criticality Safety
NCSD provides communication among nuclear criticality safety professionals through the development of standards, the evolution of training methods and materials, the presentation of technical data and procedures, and the creation of specialty publications. In these ways, the division furthers the exchange of technical information on nuclear criticality safety with the ultimate goal of promoting the safe handling of fissionable materials outside reactors.
Meeting Spotlight
2023 ANS Annual Meeting
June 11–14, 2023
Indianapolis, IN|Marriott Indianapolis 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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Nuclear Science and Engineering
November 2022
Nuclear Technology
December 2022
Fusion Science and Technology
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Route readiness elements in a large-scale spent nuclear fuel transportation system
The scale and duration of a national campaign to transport spent nuclear fuel (SNF) from commercial nuclear power plants around the United States would be unprecedented. A meticulous level of planning that considers many elements is needed to inspire public confidence and support.
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Rodney M. AdamsD. Richard (Rip) AndersonEarl BeckwithHarry A. BradleyMax W. CarbonGwyneth CravensExecutive Director Search CommitteeAlan E. WaltarRichard Wilson
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Mark Tillack Joseph Minervini
Agustin Alonso
Donald C. Cook Nuclear PlantCalvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant
Marvin S. Fertel Nuclear Energy Institute
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