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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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The human factor in licensing and operating the next generation of nuclear plants
As human factors specialists working at the intersection of human performance and nuclear operations, we are witnessing one of the nuclear sector’s most significant transitions in decades. The emergence of small modular reactors, microreactors, and other advanced designs is reshaping the industry’s landscape. Digital instrumentation and controls, passive safety systems, and increased automation are creating opportunities for greater safety margins and more flexible operation. These same features also fundamentally redefine what it means to “operate” a nuclear plant. Interactions among human roles, automation, and passive systems shape how people maintain awareness, exercise judgment, and intervene when necessary. These developments affect both operational realities and the regulatory foundations on which nuclear safety is built.
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University of Leicester and its flagship facility Space Park Leicester is a world-leading hub for space research, innovation, and enterprise. Founded through a collaboration between the University of Leicester, industry partners, and government, our mission is to push the boundaries of space exploration, satellite technology, and Earth observation to benefit society and the economy. we bring together leading scientists, engineers, and businesses to drive cutting-edge advancements in space technology. For over sixty years the University of Leicester has continued to collaborate with international space agencies and industrial partners with involvement in over 90 different space missions, the University of Leicester currently has 11 instruments in operation distributed across the solar system and two launches planned this year. Since 2010 University led research in space nuclear power systems has pioneered americium-based americium power technologies resulting in spinout Perpetual Atomics.
