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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
Monday, May 16, 2022|1:30–3:15PM EDT|Haselton
Session Chair:
Paul Romano (ANL)
Alternate Chair:
Jaakko Leppänen
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3D Spherical Functional Expansion Tallies in Serpent 2 Monte Carlo Code
Ana Jambrina (VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland), Jaakko Leppänen (VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland)
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Implementation and Testing of the GPT Sensitivities in TRIPOLI-4®
A. Jinaphanh (CEA), C. Carabajal (CEA), A. Zoia (CEA)
Optimization of Particle Tracking Methods for Stochastic Media
Hunter Belanger (CEA), Coline Larmier (CEA), Davide Mancusi (CEA), Andrea Zoia (CEA)
Particle Transport in Markov Stochastic Mixtures with Spatial Gradients
Mikolaj Adam Kowalski (CEA), Coline Larmier (CEA), Johan Durand (CEA), Sebastien Lemaire (CEA), Andrea Zoia (CEA)
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