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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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The RAIN scale: A good intention that falls short
Radiation protection specialists agree that clear communication of radiation risks remains a vexing challenge that cannot be solved solely by finding new ways to convey technical information.
Earlier this year, an article in Nuclear News described a new radiation risk communication tool, known as the Radiation Index, or, RAIN (“Let it RAIN: A new approach to radiation communication,” NN, Jan. 2025, p. 36). The authors of the article created the RAIN scale to improve radiation risk communication to the general public who are not well-versed in important aspects of radiation exposures, including radiation dose quantities, units, and values; associated health consequences; and the benefits derived from radiation exposures.
August 10–13, 2014
Cost-Effective Excellence
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Plantation
ANS has secured additional guest rooms at the Amelia Hotel at the Beach! Reservations can be made online at Amelia Hotel at The Beach or via phone by calling 904-206-5600. You must provide the promotion code of UTWC to get the Utility Working Conference rate. ***** As of 7/15/14 - Please contact the Omni Amelia Island, 904-261-6161, to make your reservation. Reservations are made based upon availability.********* Omni Amelia Island Plantation, located at 39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island, Florida 32034, is the location for the 2014 Utility Working Conference & Vendor Technology Expo, where all meeting activities and technical sessions will be held. The special room rate for the meeting is: $155.00/per night (single / double rate). Reservations can be made online at Omni Amelia Island Plantation or via phone by calling: 888-261-6161. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the American Nuclear Society to receive the group rate.
Co-General Chairs:
Timothy Rausch (Senior VP and Chief Nuclear Officer, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Thomas P. Joyce (President and Chief Nuclear Officer, PSEG Nuclear)
Program Chair:
William Bishop (General Manager, Maintenance, PPL Susquehanna, LLC)
Assistant Program Chairs:
Marilyn Kray (Vice President, Exelon Partners, LLC)
Thomas Remick (Transient Analysis Section Leader, Arizona Public Service)
