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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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A closer look at NRC’s proposed rule eliminating ALARA
On July 1, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed removing the “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA) principle from its radiation protection regulations and replacing it with a graded approach. The agency also proposed increases to effluent dose limits and adjusting how it handles allowances for exceeding dose limits.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by YMG
Monday, November 10, 2025|1:00–2:45PM EST|Columbia 12
Session Chair:
Andrew K. Hoffman
Alternate Chair:
John Mobley
Session Organizer:
Anna Iskhakova
This roundtable is an open, compassionate space for honest discussion about how our experiences, both personal and professional, shape the way we work, communicate, and care for safety. We’ll explore how stress, trust, and organizational culture influence our ability to speak up and support one another. Participants are welcome to come to listen, share their stories, or simply be present. Everyone, from technical staff to leaders to human factors professionals, is encouraged to join this conversation on building safer, more supportive workplaces.
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Building Psychological Safety: A Mental Health Roundtable
1:00–1:20PM EST
Andrew K. Hoffman (Catalyst Science Solutions), John Mobley (Univ. Michigan)