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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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Deep Isolation validates its disposal canister for TRISO spent fuel
Nuclear waste disposal technology company Deep Isolation announced it has successfully completed Project PUCK, a government-funded initiative to demonstrate the feasibility and potential commercial readiness of its Universal Canister System (UCS) to manage TRISO spent nuclear fuel.
Young Professionals Congress
YPC Schedule|Panel
Saturday, November 11, 2023|3:00–3:50PM EST|Lincoln East
Session Chair:
Pierre-Clément Simon (Idaho National Lab)
Wondering how to develop strong mentor/mentee relationships to build a community and elevate your career?
As a mentee, a mentoring relationship can help you figure out which career path is best for you and how to achieve it, find people to advocate for you, and grow your career effectively. As a mentor, the same relationship can be incredibly rewarding and provide additional meaning to your work in knowing that you contribute to the future success of the industry. It can also help you stay up to date with the latest developments in the field. Building lasting mentoring relationships, however, can seem daunting and challenging. It shouldn’t be! Join this panel discussion to learn how to develop effective mentoring relationships that are mutually beneficial, last years on end, and fit your style. This panel will bring together mentors and mentees from academia, industry, and U.S. national laboratories to answer questions and share their stories and advice. Join the discussion, and start building stronger mentoring relationships!
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