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2026 Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
Standards Program
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Seconds Matter: Rethinking Nuclear Facility Security for the Modern Threat Landscape
In today’s rapidly evolving threat environment, nuclear facilities must prioritize speed and precision in their security responses—because in critical moments, every second counts. An early warning system serves as a vital layer of defense, enabling real-time detection of potential intrusions or anomalies before they escalate into full-blown incidents. By providing immediate alerts and actionable intelligence, these systems empower security personnel to respond decisively, minimizing risk to infrastructure, personnel, and the public. The ability to anticipate and intercept threats at the earliest possible stage not only enhances operational resilience but also reinforces public trust in the safety of nuclear operations. Investing in such proactive technologies is no longer optional—it’s essential for modern nuclear security.
Technical Session|Water-Cooled Reactor Operations and Accident Analysis
Wednesday, August 23, 2023|3:30–5:10PM EDT|Embassy
Session Chair:
Chul-Hwa Song (KAERI)
Alternate Chair:
Subash Sharma (UM Lowell)
Session Organizer:
Cesare Frepoli
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NRC's Methodology to Estimate Fuel Dispersal During a Large Break Loss of Coolant Accident
3:30–3:50PM EDT
Andrew Bielen (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission), James Corson (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission), Joseph Staudenmeier (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
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Methodology and Analysis to Demonstrate Avoidance of Dispersal During a LOCA in Ringhals PWRs
3:50–4:10PM EDT
J. Holmström (Ringhals), M. Holmgren (Ringhals), M. Söderström (Vattenfall Nuclear Fuel), P. Gabrielsson (Vattenfall Nuclear Fuel), A. Surén (Vattenfall Nuclear Fuel)
Reactivity-Initiated Accident Analysis of a High Burnup PWR with a 24-Month Fuel Cycle
4:10–4:30PM EDT
Mason Fox (Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville), Nicholas Brown (Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville), Jianwei Hu (ORNL), Ugur Mertyurek (ORNL)
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Evaluation of High-Burnup Fuel Coolability During a Control Rod Withdrawal
4:30–4:50PM EDT
Isabelle Lindsay (Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville), Mason Fox (Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville), Nicholas R. Brown (Univ. Tennessee, Knoxville), Nathan Capps (ORNL)
CIFF: Analysis Model of Fuel Failure Risks Caused by CRUD Deposition
4:50–5:10PM EDT
Shiwei Wang (Shanghai Jiao Tong Univ.), Xiaojing Liu (Shanghai Jiao Tong Univ.), Hui He (Shanghai Jiao Tong Univ.)
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