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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 Supply Chain Challenges & Opportunities
Monday, August 9, 2021|10:30AM–5:00PM EDT |Calusa 10-12
Track Organizers:
Jim Ripple (Southern Nuclear)
Jennifer Melvin (Duke Energy)
Knowledge Manager:
Monica Block (Exelon)
Student Intern:
Katie Mummah (University of Wisconsin)
This session will be an opportunity for the participants, both industry and suppliers, to share their successes and challenges in inventory management as it relates to meeting work management and maintenance support needs, and meeting financial goals. Each participant will make a short presentation followed by robust discussions and suggestions regarding these inventory management challenges to include use of developing Artificial Intelligence models and advanced algorithms and use of Parts Quality Initiatives and/or enhanced receipt inspections. Also, participant discussions should include any innovative ideas in utilizing industry data for enhanced supply chain purposes. Given that there hasn’t been a face-to-face Supply Chain industry summit in well over two years, this is a perfect time to get back together and continue the successes of the past summits.
Rick Crosby
Southern Company
Rob DeBartolo
OPG
Jennifer Melvin
Duke Energy
Jim Ripple
Southern Nuclear
Dan Stepanovic
Ameren
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