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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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Center for Used Fuel Research: Building confidence in storage and transport
Used nuclear fuel storage and transportation have reached a critical juncture.
Dozens of utilities need reliable data on how used nuclear fuel performs in dry storage casks and canisters to extend regulatory licenses at sites across the United States. Likewise, the Department of Energy expects to take ownership of the used nuclear fuel—termed “spent nuclear fuel” in the laws and regulations governing its stewardship—and transfer it to one or more federal staging facilities for management and disposition.
Meanwhile, dozens of reactor companies are testing prototypes of advanced reactors and advanced reactor fuels. Eventually, regulators and industry must also verify the safety and security of storage methods for these advanced fuel types.
To help address these challenges, the DOE established the Center for Used Fuel Research (CUFR) in January 2026 for work related to the long-term storage and transport of used nuclear fuel.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by RPD
Monday, November 10, 2025|3:15–5:00PM EST|Monroe
Session Chair:
Ayman I. Hawari
Alternate Chair:
Pavel V. Tsvetkov
Session Organizer:
This panel discussion explores the transformative collaboration between academia and industry in accelerating the deployment of advanced nuclear reactors, with a focus on the Texas A&M University System’s Energy Proving Ground initiatives at the RELLIS campus. Featuring leading advanced reactor vendors, the session highlights innovative small modular reactor (SMR) technologies poised to address global energy demands. Moderated by Texas A&M University, the panel offers perspectives on fostering synergies between deployment and commercialization, research, and workforce development. Attendees will gain insights into the synergy driving next-generation nuclear solutions and their potential to reshape the energy landscape. The panel offers both a strategic industry outlook and a unique academic perspective on scaling nuclear innovation for global impact.
Edward Blanford
Kairos
Tim Frazier
Aalo Atomic
Dave O'Keefe
Terrestrial Energy
Jordan Robison
Natura Resources
David Staack
TAMU
Adam Lenarz
LastEnergy
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From Campus to the World: Academia and Industry Driving Nuclear Deployment
3:15–4:45PM EST
Ayman I. Hawari (TAMU), Pavel V. Tsvetkov (TAMU)