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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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IAEA research project to develop hazard detection for edible insects
This week, the International Atomic Energy Agency announced a new coordinated research project (CRP) to improve understanding of the safety of edible insects and other novel foods and to use nuclear and related technologies to assess risks.
Technical Session
Thursday, May 12, 2022|10:00AM–12:00PM EDT|Calypso
Session Chair:
Ron Litchford (NASA)
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
John Scott (NASA)
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Nuclear Electric Propulsion Modular Power Conversion Model
Dennis Nikitaev (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Corey D. Smith (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Matthew Duchek (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Christopher Harnack (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), William Machemer (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Emanuel Grella (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.)
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SPEAR Probe: Advanced Thermoelectric Power Generation for Nuclear Electric Space Propulsion
Troy Howe (Howe Industries), Steve D. Howe (Howe Industries), Jack Miller (Howe Industries), Nathan Blaylock (Howe Industries), Brianna Clements (Howe Industries)
Brayton Cycle Power Conversion Model for MW-Class Nuclear Electric Propulsion Mars Missions
Christopher Harnack (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), William Machemer (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Matthew Duchek (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Emanuel Grella (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Dennis Nikitaev (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.), Corey D. Smith (Analytical Mechanics Assoc.)
