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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
Meeting Spotlight
2024 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 17–21, 2024
Orlando, FL|Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
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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October 11, 1954: The founding of ANS
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the American Nuclear Society.
Plenty of sources incorrectly list our birthday, but the reality is that October 11, 1954, is the correct date for the establishment of ANS.
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Cost $50. Bus leaves from T Street exit, accessible from the Terrace Level. |8:30AM–4:00PM EDT
Columbia Foyer |6:00–8:00PM EDT
Cost: $95. Bus leaves from T Street exit, accessible from the Terrace Level. |6:00–9:00PM EDT
Sauf Haus, 1216 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 |6:00–10:00PM EDT
Columbia 5-8 |6:00–9:00PM EDT
Cost $45. Bus leaves from T Street exit, accessible from the Terrace Level. |7:30AM–1:30PM EDT
