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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|3:15–5:00PM MDT|Grand Ballroom 1
Artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) are moving fast, and they’re set to reshape the nuclear industry. From smarter design and streamlined licensing to enhanced operations and safety, these tools offer powerful new possibilities across the nuclear lifecycle. But this isn’t about hype, it’s about judgment. Responsible adoption requires professionals who pair strong nuclear engineering fundamentals with the ability to question, validate, and thoughtfully apply AI in high-stakes environments. Just as important is an ethical mindset grounded in transparency, bias awareness, regulatory alignment, and unwavering human accountability in safety decisions. It’s about maintaining trust with engineers and with the public—trust that these tools will accelerate the nuclear industry towards meeting the moment while also maintaining the highest standards. This panel will explore what it takes to harness AI wisely to advance nuclear science and energy, highlighting the skills and partnerships needed to prepare the nuclear workforce for this new era.
Katheryn Huff
Department of Energy
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