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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Oklo’s Isotope Test Reactor achieves criticality
Oklo’s Groves Isotope Test Reactor became the fifth Department of Energy–authorized reactor to achieve criticality under the agency’s authorization process, it was announced earlier today.
Criticality was reached at 9:19 p.m. (EDT) on Wednesday at the company’s Groves facility in Lockhart, Texas, according to the DOE.
Technical Session|Panel|Panels
Friday, April 17, 2026|1:15–2:15PM CDT|MSC 2405
Session Chair:
Yug Patel
Alternate Chair:
Vincent Su
Session Organizer:
Carlo Dal Colletto (TAMU)
This panel focuses on nuclear advocacy and the growing movement of individuals and organizations working to change public perception of nuclear energy and build political and social support for nuclear deployment. The panel features speakers who have built substantial public platforms for nuclear advocacy through social media, professional speaking, and grassroots organizing. The discussion will cover advocacy strategies, messaging, overcoming misconceptions, and the unique challenges of communicating about a technology that carries significant historical and cultural baggage.
Joseph Wolf
Texas A&M University
Isabelle Boemeke
Veronica Annala
Jenifer Avellaneda