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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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India’s PFBR attains criticality at last
Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed it “a proud moment for India” when on April 6 the 500-MWe, sodium-cooled Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) achieved initial criticality. This milestone, which comes some 22 years after the continually delayed PFBR project began, marks India’s entrance into the second stage of its three-stage nuclear program, which has the ultimate goal of supporting the country’s nuclear power program with its significant thorium reserves.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023|2:15–3:45PM CST
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Behind the Scenes Tour of Mardi Gras World See a special side of Mardi Gras that no one else gets to see! Guests will enjoy a 15-minute movie, a slice of local favorite, Gambino’s King Cake, and an hour tour through our working warehouse were our artists make over 80 percent of the Mardi Gras props, floats and fun. Be sure to bring your camera and take advantage of our many photo ops!