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Division Spotlight
Materials Science & Technology
The objectives of MSTD are: promote the advancement of materials science in Nuclear Science Technology; support the multidisciplines which constitute it; encourage research by providing a forum for the presentation, exchange, and documentation of relevant information; promote the interaction and communication among its members; and recognize and reward its members for significant contributions to the field of materials science in nuclear technology.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2023)
February 6–9, 2023
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Melding social, political, and physical sciences for a successful radwaste management program
The International High-Level Radioactive Waste Management conference plenary, held in November during the 2022 ANS Winter Meeting, highlighted tight communication among physical, social, and political science experts as the key to successful waste management programs. The four featured speakers provided an international perspective on this issue.
June 9–13, 2019
The Value of Nuclear
Minneapolis, MN|Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
General Chair:
Timothy O'Connor (Sr. VP and CNO, Xcel Energy)
Assistant General Chairs:
Patrick Burke (Xcel Energy)
Peter Gardner (Xcel Energy)
Pam Gorman (Xcel Energy)
Sheri Hallberg (Xcel Energy)
Michelle Kelly (WIN Sponsor, (Xcel Energy))
Program Chair:
Sue Aggarwal (President & CEO, NMNTI)
Assistant Program Chair:
James Byrne (Byrne & Associates)