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Aerospace Nuclear Science & Technology
Organized to promote the advancement of knowledge in the use of nuclear science and technologies in the aerospace application. Specialized nuclear-based technologies and applications are needed to advance the state-of-the-art in aerospace design, engineering and operations to explore planetary bodies in our solar system and beyond, plus enhance the safety of air travel, especially high speed air travel. Areas of interest will include but are not limited to the creation of nuclear-based power and propulsion systems, multifunctional materials to protect humans and electronic components from atmospheric, space, and nuclear power system radiation, human factor strategies for the safety and reliable operation of nuclear power and propulsion plants by non-specialized personnel and more.
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Nuclear and Emerging Technologies for Space (NETS 2023)
May 7–11, 2023
Idaho Falls, ID|Snake River Event Center
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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Shipping Vermont Yankee’s LLW: Lessons for transporting used fuel
The rapid changes in the nuclear energy industry over the last decade, driven in part by fluctuating energy market prices and an aging fleet of reactors, have led to the closure of multiple reactors in the United States and other countries. These closures have increased the need for larger and more efficient ways to manage low-level radioactive waste processing and transport capacities. The safe transport of radioactive material is a key component of the overall nuclear industry reliability. Though sometimes perceived as a bottleneck and costly, it is necessary to send waste material to disposal.
November 12–13, 2021
Due to uncertainties surrounding COVID-19, YPC 21 will be virtual and consist of two half-days of sessions. The new YPC21 dates are afternoon of Friday, November 12 and the morning of Saturday, November 13.
Virtual Meeting
YPC creates an immersive personal and professional development experience for the nuclear industry’s highly motivated next-generation future leaders. Early career professionals and students will engage with industry leaders, policy influencers, and advocacy experts! YPC will enrich the attendees with thought leadership and communication skills aimed at their career growth.
Approximately 150 highly-motivated student and early career professionals are expected to attend this two-day event with networking opportunities
For more information contact Co-Chairs:
Kelsey Amundson | Patrick Snouffer
Organized by the ANS Young Members Group
Join young nuclear professionals from around the country for this amazing one-day event.
• Focuses on current technical, policy and economic issues
• Strategies for engaging policymakers, customers, and community members
• Workshops for strengthening your own leadership qualities
• Networking with fellow young members, experts and leaders
• Keynote speaker information to come
• Social Event information to come
