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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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IAEA project aims to develop polymer irradiation model
The International Atomic Energy Agency has launched a new coordinated research project (CRP) aimed at creating a database of polymer-radiation interactions in the next five years with the long-term goal of using the database to enable machine learning–based predictive models.
Radiation-induced modifications are widely applicable across a range of fields including healthcare, agriculture, and environmental applications, and exposure to radiation is a major factor when considering materials used at nuclear power plants.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026|8:00AM–5:15PM MDT
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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