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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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A year in orbit: ISS deployment tests radiation detectors for future space missions
The predawn darkness on a cool Florida night was shattered by the ignition of nine Merlin engines on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The thrust of the engines shook the ground miles away. From a distance, the rocket appeared to slowly rise above the horizon. For the cargo onboard, the launch was anything but gentle, as the ignition of liquid oxygen generated more than 1.5 million pounds of force. After the rocket had been out of sight for several minutes, the booster dramatically returned to Earth with several sonic booms in a captivating show of engineering designed to make space travel less expensive and more sustainable.
Executive Session|Panel|Executive Track
Tuesday, June 2, 2026|10:00–11:45AM MDT|Grand Ballroom 1
In a crowded and fast-moving information landscape, even the most important ideas compete for attention. This panel brings together leading voices in nuclear science communication to examine how bold, creative, and unconventional approaches can elevate visibility and spark meaningful engagement. Panelists will discuss the role of attention-grabbing strategies in advancing nuclear literacy, including what works, what builds credibility, and how to balance accuracy with impact. From innovative advertising campaigns and unexpected storytelling formats to entering the short-form media space to serve new generations, the conversation will explore how communicators can break through the noise without compromising scientific integrity. This panel offers insight into how the field can communicate with confidence, creativity, and purpose, whether you are a seasoned professional looking to learn about more modern-day communication or a newbie who wants to better understand science communication. Strategic Depth: Foundational Insight
Lauren Bailey
Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville
Grace Vanderhei
Constellation Generation Co., LLC
Robert Hayes
Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering at NCSU, TikToker, @nuclearsciencelover
Madi Hilly
Managing Director
Radiant Energy Group
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