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Nuclear Criticality Safety
NCSD provides communication among nuclear criticality safety professionals through the development of standards, the evolution of training methods and materials, the presentation of technical data and procedures, and the creation of specialty publications. In these ways, the division furthers the exchange of technical information on nuclear criticality safety with the ultimate goal of promoting the safe handling of fissionable materials outside reactors.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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Nuclear News 40 under 40
Welcome to the inaugural Nuclear News 40 Under 40! A year in the making, this list was a difficult undertaking for the NN staff, there being so many qualified and enthusiastic candidates to review. The task was further complicated by the great diversity of roles that exist within the nuclear community—from academia to labs and from utilities to government positions. Whatever their specific niche, those selected represent the exceptional talent, vision, and drive that is transforming the nuclear sector across the community. These 40 young professionals have shown remarkable commitment, innovation, and leadership in advancing nuclear science and technology, paving the way for a future in which nuclear power and applications will continue to play a vital role in addressing global challenges.
13th Nuclear Plant Instrumentation, Control & Human-Machine Interface Technologies (NPIC&HMIT 2023)
Technical Session
Wednesday, July 19, 2023|3:15–5:00PM EDT|Rotunda
Session Chair:
Daniel G. Cole
Alternate Chair:
Lee T. Maccarone
Session Organizer:
Jamie B. Coble
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Lessons Learned from Advanced Reactor Cyber Analysis and Development Environment (ARCADE)
3:15–3:40PM EDT
Andrew Hahn (Sandia), Michael Higgins (Sandia), Lee Maccarone (Sandia), Michael Rowland (Sandia), Romuald Valme (Sandia)
Paper
Cyber Secure Sensors for I&C
3:40–4:05PM EDT
James Gleason (GLSEQ), Patrick Gleason (GLSEQ)
Cybersecurity Concerns from the use of Wireless Technologies in Nuclear Power Plants
4:05–4:30PM EDT
Erick Martinez Rodriguez (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission), Ismael Garcia (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission), Leroy Hardin (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
Leveraging Secure Elements in Nuclear Power Plant Instrumentation and Control Systems for Trustworthy Data Exchange
4:30–4:55PM EDT
Benjamin Karch (Sandia), Jacob James (Sandia), Michael T. Rowland (Sandia)
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