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Division Spotlight
Radiation Protection & Shielding
The Radiation Protection and Shielding Division is developing and promoting radiation protection and shielding aspects of nuclear science and technology — including interaction of nuclear radiation with materials and biological systems, instruments and techniques for the measurement of nuclear radiation fields, and radiation shield design and evaluation.
Meeting Spotlight
2025 ANS Annual Conference
June 15–18, 2025
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott 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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NWMO chooses vendors for Canadian repository
Canada’s Nuclear Waste Management Organization has selected five companies it is to work with to design and plan the organization’s proposed deep geologic repository for spent nuclear fuel. As the owner of the project, the NWMO will be working with WSP Canada, Peter Kiewit Sons (Kiewit), Hatch Ltd., Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada, and Kinectrics.
Sunday, June 15, 2025|1:00–5:00PM CDT
Michigan/Michigan State
Limited Capacity
Cost: Free
Join us for an exclusive half-day workshop on Advanced Reactor International Safeguards, tailored for U.S. advanced nuclear developers. Hosted by DOE/NNSA’s Advanced Reactor International Safeguards Engagement (ARISE) program, this interactive half day session incorporates hands-on exercises, expert panel discussions, and case studies. This workshop will convene professionals from across the policy and technology communities to explore current R&D related to the advanced reactor safeguards. The workshop is geared towards U.S. based professionals working with advanced reactors in any capacity. It is suitable for all levels of expertise including leadership, early career professionals and senior experts.This event is most suitable for U.S. industry professionals and researchers involved in the field of advanced reactors. We look forward to your participation!
