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2026 ANS Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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The spark of the Super: Teller–Ulam and the birth of the H-bomb—rivalry, credit, and legacy at 75 years
In early 1951, Los Alamos scientists Edward Teller and Stanislaw Ulam devised a breakthrough that would lead to the hydrogen bomb [1]. Their design gave the United States an initial advantage in the Cold War, though comparable progress was soon achieved independently in the Soviet Union and the United Kingdom.
Young Professionals Congress
Technical Session|Panel
Saturday, November 8, 2025|11:20AM–12:10PM EST|Columbia 11
This forward-looking panel will examine how nuclear energy is positioned within the rapidly evolving landscape of global and national sustainability policies. From clean energy standards and decarbonization roadmaps to ESG metrics and international climate agreements, nuclear is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone for achieving net-zero emissions. The session will bring together policy leaders, industry innovators, and young professionals to discuss how the nuclear sector can align with—and influence—the sustainability agenda.
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