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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Fusion energy: Progress, partnerships, and the path to deployment
Over the past decade, fusion energy has moved decisively from scientific aspiration toward a credible pathway to a new energy technology. Thanks to long-term federal support, we have significantly advanced our fundamental understanding of plasma physics—the behavior of the superheated gases at the heart of fusion devices. This knowledge will enable the creation and control of fusion fuel under conditions required for future power plants. Our progress is exemplified by breakthroughs at the National Ignition Facility and the Joint European Torus.
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10:30AM–12:00PM EDT
Panel|Banyan 1|Supply Chain Challenges & Opportunities
Panel|Calusa 10|Cost Reduction Opportunities
Panel|Banyan 3|Innovation Roles for Nuclear
Session Chair: Mark Campagna
Panel|Calusa 8-9|Workforce Development/Challenges
Panel|Banyan 2|Plant Reliability
Session Chair: Bill Eckes
Panel|Calusa 11-12|Nuclear HR and Working Group Community Practices
1:30–3:00PM EDT
Session Organizer: Ken Lowery
Session Chair: Lori Brady
3:30–5:00PM EDT
Session Chair: Jason Remer
Session Chair: Frank Nelms
Session Chair: Emmett Wilmes
Session Chair: James Hettel
Session Chair: Michael Frankle
Session Chair: Tim Schlimpert
Session Chairs: James Hettel, Marty Ingels
Session Chair: Bill Rosko
Session Chair: Jason Lanier
Session Chairs: LeAnn Soderquist, James Hettel
Session Chair: Ken Lowery
Session Chair: Ray Herb
Session Chair: LeAnn Soderquist
