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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
Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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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NextGen MURR Working Group established in Missouri
The University of Missouri’s Board of Curators has created the NextGen MURR Working Group to serve as a strategic advisory body for the development of the NextGen MURR (University of Missouri Research Reactor).
February 27–March 2, 2017
Cape Canaveral, FL|Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside
Book your room reservation at the Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside. Group rates are $179.00 plus applicable tax. Reservations can be made at 407-851-9000, advise that you are with the Nuclear and Emerging Technologies for Space Conference to secure the group rate. Group rates are available from February 24 - March 4, 2017, and must be booked by January 26, 2017.
Honorary Chair:
Bob Wham (Pu-238 Tech Integration Manager, Oak Ridge National Laboratory)
General Chair:
Dave Depaoli (Oak Ridge National Laboratory)
Program Chairs:
Jeff Katalenich (Scientist, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory)
Jorge Navarro (Engineer, Idaho National Laboratory)
