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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Center for Used Fuel Research: Building confidence in storage and transport
Used nuclear fuel storage and transportation have reached a critical juncture.
Dozens of utilities need reliable data on how used nuclear fuel performs in dry storage casks and canisters to extend regulatory licenses at sites across the United States. Likewise, the Department of Energy expects to take ownership of the used nuclear fuel—termed “spent nuclear fuel” in the laws and regulations governing its stewardship—and transfer it to one or more federal staging facilities for management and disposition.
Meanwhile, dozens of reactor companies are testing prototypes of advanced reactors and advanced reactor fuels. Eventually, regulators and industry must also verify the safety and security of storage methods for these advanced fuel types.
To help address these challenges, the DOE established the Center for Used Fuel Research (CUFR) in January 2026 for work related to the long-term storage and transport of used nuclear fuel.
Monday, June 1, 2026|8:00AM–5:30PM MDT
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Are you a new professional in the nuclear field? Are you an executive who needs to strengthen your nuclear background? Are you interested in knowing how your work is linked with nuclear energy and technology?
This course is designed for you!
The Nuclear 101 course is your opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the essentials of nuclear energy and technology from the field’s leading experts and instructors. The 5-day course provides 32 hours of learning and covers a broad range of nuclear science and technology topics.
Class sizes are limited to increase the student-to-teacher ratio and facilitate an interactive and engaging environment that will maximize your experience. Following the completion of the course, which includes a final exam, you will be awarded an ANS Nuclear 101 Course Certificate of Completion or Participation and 32 professional development hours.
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