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2026 Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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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Seconds Matter: Rethinking Nuclear Facility Security for the Modern Threat Landscape
In today’s rapidly evolving threat environment, nuclear facilities must prioritize speed and precision in their security responses—because in critical moments, every second counts. An early warning system serves as a vital layer of defense, enabling real-time detection of potential intrusions or anomalies before they escalate into full-blown incidents. By providing immediate alerts and actionable intelligence, these systems empower security personnel to respond decisively, minimizing risk to infrastructure, personnel, and the public. The ability to anticipate and intercept threats at the earliest possible stage not only enhances operational resilience but also reinforces public trust in the safety of nuclear operations. Investing in such proactive technologies is no longer optional—it’s essential for modern nuclear security.
Arthur Motta
Kathryn McCarthy
Andy Prichard
James W. BehrensMadeline A. FeltusNarasimha Prasad Kadambi
Steven P. Nesbit
Brendan M. KochunasChristopher M. Perfetti
Stephen M. BajorekLake BarrettDaniel ChurchmanFrancesco D'AuriaBenoit ForgetEugene S. GrecheckDeborah Ann HillTravis W. KnightJun LiaoGuillermo Ivan MaldonadoJohn MattinglyFiona RaymentMatthew Wayne SunseriJoseph TurnageBao-Wen Yang
Best Section (tie)Missouri University of Science and TechnologyPennsylvania State UniversitySecond Place (tie)University of Illinois, Urbana ChampaignUniversity of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez
James S. Tulenko
Brent Shumaker
Samuel BaysStephen Rea
Kevin G. Field
John H. Strumpell
Trinity Local Section (Best Overall)Arizona Local Section (Best Meetings and Programs)Savannah River Local Section (Best Public Information & Education and Best Membership)Idaho Local Section (Best Section Management)
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Steven A. ArndtRichard J. Stattel
M. Grace Burke
Armour Research Foundation Reactor
Elena Tajuelo RodriguezAmy Welty
Theresa Cutler
Larry R. Baylor
Steven A. ArndtChristopher M. Crane (Posthumously)Donald R. EggettStephen E. KuczynskiElizabeth S. SoobyGrace Stanke Matthew D. WargonJeffrey C. KingArnold LumsdaineCorey K. McDanielWalid A. MetwallyCatherine M. PratJoshua L. Vajda
Trevor TaylorXingang Zhao
Steven Biegalski
Massimiliano Fratoni
Vivek Agarwal
Hisashi Ninokata
Inés Triay
Clarice Phelps
Joshua Vajda
Larry L. Wetzel
UNDERGRADUATEUniversity Tennessee, Knoxville - Radiological Assay of Burrowing AnimalsAuthors: Evan Godbehere, James Pierce, Kip Wheeler, and Jolyne WorthyNorth Carolina State University - Event Sequence Quantification and Consequence Development of the Full Scope Dynamic Probabilistic Risk Assessment for PULSTAR Research ReactorAuthors: Lauren Kohler, Noah Etter, Nolan Ritchie, and Mihai A. DiaconeasaGeorgia Institute of Technology - Investigating a Fast Static Fueled Molten Salt Reactor for WasteburningAuthors: Matthew Louis, Nathan Tanzosch, Jaden Minnick, and Alicia BorelTexas A&M University - Utilizing AP1000 TPBAR Optimization to meet Fusion Energy Tritium DemandAuthors: Aaron Rodriguez, Bryce Harris, Camden Ulteig, Marion Munoz, and William Reed
Xiaodong Sun
B.J. Marshall
Egemen Kolemen
Nathan Siu
Kelsey AmundsonPierre-Clement Simon
Kenneth Petersen
Abdollah Khanpour
