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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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NASA, DOE solidify collaboration on a lunar surface reactor
NASA and the Department of Energy have announced a “renewed commitment” to their mutual goal of supporting research and development for a nuclear fission reactor on the lunar surface to provide power for future missions. The agencies have signed a memorandum of understanding that “solidifies this collaboration and advances President Trump’s vision of American space superiority.”
Educational Session|Panel|Sponsored by Cost Reduction Opportunities
Tuesday, August 8, 2023|3:30–5:00PM EDT|Calusa 11/12
Session Chairs:
Colton Smith
Wale Adeyinka
Knowledge Managers:
Tim Schlimpert
This session will discuss perspectives on methodologies supporting plant modernization including new technology identification and evaluation of approaches supporting increased safety and reliability over multiple life extensions. Approaches to extend plant life to 80 years with an eye on 100 years will also be addressed.
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