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Decommissioning & Environmental Sciences
The mission of the Decommissioning and Environmental Sciences (DES) Division is to promote the development and use of those skills and technologies associated with the use of nuclear energy and the optimal management and stewardship of the environment, sustainable development, decommissioning, remediation, reutilization, and long-term surveillance and maintenance of nuclear-related installations, and sites. The target audience for this effort is the membership of the Division, the Society, and the public at large.
Meeting Spotlight
Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo
August 8–11, 2021
Marco Island, FL|JW Marriott Marco Island
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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Latest News
DOE puts $9.35 million toward high-energy-density plasma research
The Department of Energy’s Office of Science (DOE-SC) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) on July 27 announced $9.35 million for 21 research projects in high-energy-density laboratory plasmas. High-energy-density (HED) plasma research, originally developed to support the U.S. nuclear weapons program, has applications in astrophysics, fusion power plant development, medicine, nuclear and particle physics, and radioisotope production.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Workforce Development
Wednesday, August 11, 2021|7:30–9:00AM (8:30–10:00AM EDT)|Calusa 6
The session will be available to join at 7:00AM (8:00AM EDT).
Track Organizer:
David Heler (Nuclear Human Resources Group/Accelerant)
Doug Henderson (Accelerant Tech)
Jason Lanier (Duke Energy)
Knowledge Manager:
Greg Swain (Duke Energy)
Student Intern:
Meryem Murphy (Virginia Commonwealth Univ.)
This session will be an opportunity for participants to learn about Duke Energy’s journey to transform the tools and processes of the nuclear work management and execution system, enabling a dynamic and highly productive workforce. The session leader will discuss Duke’s approach to innovation, digital workers, and the journey road map. There will be an opportunity for participant to discuss innovative solutions they are pursuing to optimize their work management system.
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