ANS is committed to advancing, fostering, and promoting the development and application of nuclear sciences and technologies to benefit society.
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Division Spotlight
Robotics & Remote Systems
The Mission of the Robotics and Remote Systems Division is to promote the development and application of immersive simulation, robotics, and remote systems for hazardous environments for the purpose of reducing hazardous exposure to individuals, reducing environmental hazards and reducing the cost of performing work.
Meeting Spotlight
2023 ANS Winter Conference and Expo
November 12–15, 2023
Washington, D.C.|Washington Hilton
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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Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Nuclear Technology
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National Museum of Nuclear Science and History explores “atomic” culture
For many of us, the toys of our childhood leave indelible marks on our consciousness, affecting our long-term perceptions and attitudes about certain things. Hot Wheels may inspire a lifelong fascination with fast, flashy automobiles, while Barbies might shape ideas about beauty and self-image. For the generation who grew up during the Atomic Age—the post–World War II era from roughly the mid-1940s to the early 1960s—the toys, games, and entertainment of their childhoods might have included things like atomic pistols, atomic trains, rings with tiny amounts of radioactive elements, and comic books, puzzles, and music about nuclear weapons.
ANS makes teaching nuclear science a little less intimidating and empowers educators to ensure student success. We produce webinars and workshops led by professionals, academics, and researchers on a range of nuclear-related topics, from nuclear energy and radiation to nuclear science across the curriculum. Virtually or in-person, ANS supports educators in inspiring students about nuclear science and technology.
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Workshop & Research Reactor TourNovember 11, 2023University of Maryland Radiation Facilities
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ANS offers in-person workshops and free webinars to allow educators to learn directly from nuclear experts in the field. Check out the recordings of our latest webinars below.
Measuring Radiation: K-12 Classroom InvestigationsAmber Johnson, director of the University of Maryland Radiation Facilities and Senior Reactor Operator, demonstrates inquiry-based activities for measuring radiation.
Visualizing Radiation: Making Radiation Real with Cloud Chambers
ANS Educator Trainer, Candace Davison, shows how to successfully set up and use cloud chambers.
What About the Waste?Managing the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
Mary Lou Dunzik-Gougar, a professor at Idaho State University and former ANS president, explains the nuclear fuel cycle.
Nuclear Energy: Fission, Fusion, and the Future
Learn the basics and the latest in nuclear energy from Eric Loewen, chief consulting engineer for GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy and ANS President 2011-2012.
Navigating Nuclear: Energizing Our World
Our Navigating Nuclear curriculum, developed in partnership with Discovery Education and the U. S. Department of Energy, provides the highest standard in nuclear science education. The standards-aligned grab-and-go resources make teaching and learning nuclear science engaging at all grade levels. Every resource includes a comprehensive educator guide to ensure educators can teach each topic with confidence.
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Nuclear Ambassadors
We can also bring our members into your classroom—virtually or in person—through our Nuclear Ambassadors. Contact us at askanything@ans.org to schedule a visit from a Nuclear Ambassador.
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