This panel will address the evolving role of thermal hydraulics in supporting high burnup fuel performance and extended operation of light water reactors. As plants pursue longer lifetimes and higher fuel utilization, understanding thermal margins, coupled multiphysics behavior, and safety implications becomes increasingly critical. Panelists from industry, national laboratories, academia, and regulatory organizations will discuss technical challenges, research needs, and strategies to ensure safe and reliable long-term reactor operation.

Moderator

Izabela Gutowska

Oregon State University

Panelists

Kurshad Muftuoglo

EPRI

Bob Martin

OWT

Discussion

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