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ANS webinar looks at radiation studies and living near nuclear plants
In February, a study published in Nature Communications found a correlation between proximity to nuclear power plants and rates of cancer mortality. While the authors acknowledged that causation could not be established, they nonetheless said that calculations supported evidence of 115,586 “cancer deaths attributable to nuclear power plants proximity.”
On its release, this study garnered significant media attention—sparking worry among the public and immediate pushback from radiation experts. ANS recently hosted a webinar taking a deeper look at what that study (and other similar proximity studies) got wrong, the science behind what we do and do not know, and why these conversations matter.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Workforce Development
Wednesday, August 11, 2021|8:30–10:00AM EDT |Calusa 6
Track Organizers:
David Heler (Nuclear Human Resources Group/Accelerant)
Doug Henderson (Accelerant Tech)
Jason Lanier (Duke Energy)
Knowledge Manager:
Greg Swain (Duke Energy)
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.
Brent Tolan
Duke Energy
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