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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Center for Used Fuel Research: Building confidence in storage and transport
Used nuclear fuel storage and transportation have reached a critical juncture.
Dozens of utilities need reliable data on how used nuclear fuel performs in dry storage casks and canisters to extend regulatory licenses at sites across the United States. Likewise, the Department of Energy expects to take ownership of the used nuclear fuel—termed “spent nuclear fuel” in the laws and regulations governing its stewardship—and transfer it to one or more federal staging facilities for management and disposition.
Meanwhile, dozens of reactor companies are testing prototypes of advanced reactors and advanced reactor fuels. Eventually, regulators and industry must also verify the safety and security of storage methods for these advanced fuel types.
To help address these challenges, the DOE established the Center for Used Fuel Research (CUFR) in January 2026 for work related to the long-term storage and transport of used nuclear fuel.
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Innovation Roles for Nuclear
Monday, August 7, 2023|10:30AM–12:00PM EDT|Banyan 1
Session Chairs:
Tim Crook (Blue Wave AI Labs)
Bill Rosko (Framatome)
Track Organizer:
Ken Lowery, P.E. (Southern Nuclear)
Knowledge Manager:
Mikayla Florez
This session will explore the perspectives of utilities, partner vendors, and other commercial players involved in isotope production within North America, focusing on key isotopes such as Co-60, Lu-177, Mo-99, and Ac-225. Industry experts will discuss the medical and industrial applications of these isotopes, current challenges (including geopolitical tensions, production, handling, and transport), and cutting-edge innovations poised to shape the future landscape of this sector. The panel will underscore the importance of strategic partnerships to develop a reliable and sufficient supply of essential isotopes for the Americas, emphasizing not only the economic opportunities, but also the societal benefits of such collaborations.
Curtis Cleve
Framatome ISOGEN
Catherine Prat
Westinghouse
Ross Radel
Chief Technology Officer
SHINE
Peter McDermid
Bruce Power
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