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2025 ANS Winter Conference & Expo
November 9–12, 2025
Washington, DC|Washington Hilton
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NEA report calls for more accurate data on SNF heat decay
The OECD Nuclear Energy Agency has issued a report calling for more-detailed information on tracking the decay heat of spent nuclear fuel from light water reactors. According to the NEA, the report highlights the increasing importance of accurate decay heat estimations due to evolving fuel characteristics, including higher initial fuel enrichment, increased burn-up rates, and extended reactor cycle lengths.
The report, Summary of the NEA Assessment on Spent Nuclear Fuel Decay Heat for Light Water Reactors, summarizes the findings of a subgroup of the NEA’s Working Party on Nuclear Criticality Safety (WPNCS), which ran from January 2022 to January 2024.
November 8, 2025
View the YPC Program
The Young Professionals Congress (YPC) returns to the nation's capital, bringing together the nuclear industry's most ambitious rising leaders for an immersive day of professional development, strategic insights, and transformative networking. This year's congress features dynamic sessions spanning the full spectrum of nuclear innovation—from advanced reactor technologies and regulatory frameworks to international collaboration strategies and career transition planning. Throughout Saturday's program, highly motivated students and early career professionals will engage directly with industry executives and technical experts in sessions addressing critical topics like "Planning Your Next Transition," where leaders from ORNL, Constellation, and NEI share insights on career advancement, and "International Involvement in Nuclear," exploring how young professionals can participate in global research collaborations and standards development. Whether you're seeking technical knowledge on emerging reactor designs, guidance on navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, or strategies for effective nuclear advocacy and communication, YPC 2025 provides the insights, connections, and inspiration to shape both your career and the future of nuclear technology.
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