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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
2025 ANS Annual Conference
June 15–18, 2025
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott Downtown
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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NRC dockets construction permit for Dow, X-energy SMR
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has accepted Dow’s construction permit application to build an X-energy small modular reactor in Seadrift, Texas.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by YMG|Cosponsored by ETWDD
Monday, June 12, 2023|3:15–5:00PM EDT|Marriott 3
Session Chair:
Dr. Pierre-Clément (PC) Simon (INL)
Alternate Chair:
Julianne McCallum
Session Organizer:
Matthew J. Jasica (ANL)
What does it take to make it as an academic in nuclear science and engineering? Learn from recent and experienced faculty about their journeys and challenges, from landing the job, to building up a new research group and collaborations, developing class curricula, and stepping into the mentor role. Hear about navigating the present job market, today's funding landscape, and trends in research and education.
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