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2025 ANS Winter Conference & Expo
November 8–12, 2025
Washington, DC|Washington Hilton
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DNFSB’s Summers ends board tenure, extending agency’s loss of quorum
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, the independent agency responsible for ensuring that Department of Energy facilities are protective of public health and safety, announced that the board’s acting chairman, Thomas Summers, has concluded his service with the agency, having completed his second term as a board member on October 18.
Summers’ departure leaves Patricia Lee, who joined the DNFSB after being confirmed by the Senate in July 2024, as the board’s only remaining member and acting chair. Lee’s DNFSB board term ends in October 2027.
Sunday, June 15, 2025|1:00–5:00PM CDT
Michigan/Michigan State Room
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!
