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Division Spotlight
Reactor Physics
The division's objectives are to promote the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical phenomena characterizing nuclear reactors and other nuclear systems. The division encourages research and disseminates information through meetings and publications. Areas of technical interest include nuclear data, particle interactions and transport, reactor and nuclear systems analysis, methods, design, validation and operating experience and standards. The Wigner Award heads the awards program.
Meeting Spotlight
2025 ANS Annual Conference
June 15–18, 2025
Chicago, IL|Chicago Marriott Downtown
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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ANS Congressional Fellowship applications due
Applications for the American Nuclear Society’s Glenn T. Seaborg Congressional Science and Engineering Fellowship are due June 6. ANS will be sponsoring two Fellows for the 2026 term, both of whom will be selected in July and will each receive a stipend of $95,000. The term of the fellowship will run from January to December 2026.
ANS encourages interested members to apply. Application instructions can be found here.
October 5–9, 2025
Fueling the Future – Building on our Legacy
Nashville, TN|DoubleTree, Downtown Nashville
TopFuel 2025 is the leading international conference on new developments in nuclear reactor fuel performance. Held annually and rotating between Asia, Europe, and the US, this event gathers experts from around the world. The theme for the 2025 meeting is “Fueling the Future – Building on our Legacy.” It reflects our commitment to advancing nuclear fuel technology while honoring the achievements that have brought us to this point. This year, the conference will continue to emphasize Light Water Reactor (LWR) fuel performance while also expanding to include Advanced Reactor fuels. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest innovations, share research, and collaborate on the future of nuclear energy.
All sponsors are recognized on the conference website and in promotional communications. All sponsors will also be acknowledged at the Opening Plenary and on signage displayed throughout the conference. Sponsorship packages are limited, so reserve your package early. Download the Sponsor Prospectus
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