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Division Spotlight
Accelerator Applications
The division was organized to promote the advancement of knowledge of the use of particle accelerator technologies for nuclear and other applications. It focuses on production of neutrons and other particles, utilization of these particles for scientific or industrial purposes, such as the production or destruction of radionuclides significant to energy, medicine, defense or other endeavors, as well as imaging and diagnostics.
Meeting Spotlight
Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo
August 8–11, 2021
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Fusion Science and Technology
Latest News
DOE puts $9.35 million toward high-energy-density plasma research
The Department of Energy’s Office of Science (DOE-SC) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) on July 27 announced $9.35 million for 21 research projects in high-energy-density laboratory plasmas. High-energy-density (HED) plasma research, originally developed to support the U.S. nuclear weapons program, has applications in astrophysics, fusion power plant development, medicine, nuclear and particle physics, and radioisotope production.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by ETWDD
Wednesday, June 16, 2021|3:30–5:15PM (4:30–6:15PM EDT)|Room 3
Session Chair:
James E. Baciak
Alternate Chair:
Andrew E. Thomas
Session Organizer:
Lisa M. Marshall
Staff Producer:
David Strutz (ANS)
Nuclear engineering education takes various forms and functions. This session highlights new, embedded and hybrid initiatives – from the birth of a stand-alone department to multi-university collaborations to embedded programs in established engineering departments. This session speaks to impact on research capabilities and/or teaching, sharing lessons learned and best practices.
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