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Division Spotlight
Operations & Power
Members focus on the dissemination of knowledge and information in the area of power reactors with particular application to the production of electric power and process heat. The division sponsors meetings on the coverage of applied nuclear science and engineering as related to power plants, non-power reactors, and other nuclear facilities. It encourages and assists with the dissemination of knowledge pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of nuclear facilities through professional staff development, information exchange, and supporting the generation of viable solutions to current issues.
Meeting Spotlight
2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
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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Charges brought over sale of nuclear technology to Russia
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts announced criminal charges this week against two men for allegedly smuggling and conspiring to violate export controls relating to the sale of laser equipment to the Russian nuclear industry.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by Executive Panels
Tuesday, June 15, 2021|4:30–6:15PM EDT
Session Chair:
Shaun Anderson (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
Alternate Chair:
Steven Lynch (NRC)
Session Organizer:
Staff Producer:
John Starkey (ANS)
This session will explore the development of research reactor and other non-power facilities to produce medical radioisotopes and demonstrate advanced reactor technologies. Panelists will share insights on designing, licensing, constructing, and operating new technologies to meet energy needs, promote training and education, and support needed medical care.
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