ANS is committed to advancing, fostering, and promoting the development and application of nuclear sciences and technologies to benefit society.
Explore the many uses for nuclear science and its impact on energy, the environment, healthcare, food, and more.
Division Spotlight
Operations & Power
Members focus on the dissemination of knowledge and information in the area of power reactors with particular application to the production of electric power and process heat. The division sponsors meetings on the coverage of applied nuclear science and engineering as related to power plants, non-power reactors, and other nuclear facilities. It encourages and assists with the dissemination of knowledge pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of nuclear facilities through professional staff development, information exchange, and supporting the generation of viable solutions to current issues.
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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Nuclear Science and Engineering
June 2025
Nuclear Technology
Fusion Science and Technology
Latest News
OPG gets final permission to construct first North American SMR
Ontario Power Generation GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy announced May 8 that Ontario authorities have approved construction plans for the first of four BWRX-300 small modular reactors at the Darlington New Nuclear Project site on Lake Ontario, less than 50 miles east of Toronto, Canada. The first new nuclear construction project in Ontario in more than three decades is also the first SMR construction project in North America.
ANS is committed to advancing careers in the growing nuclear industry by addressing workforce needs through targeted training and certification.
We offer a growing collection of certifications, training courses, and resources, each designed to cater to different specialties. Our programs equip nuclear professionals like you with the tools to expand your knowledge, advance your career, and navigate this unique industry.
Nuclear 101 Course
If you’re transitioning from another industry or looking to expand your technical understanding, Nuclear 101 can get you up-to-speed and give you the foundational knowledge that will help you succeed in the field. The Nuclear 101 course is currently offered in person and will be available on-demand later this year!
Licensing & Regulation Course
This course is for industry professionals with existing nuclear knowledge, especially those in operations, engineering, communications, or oversight. The course examines the unique regulatory practices of the nuclear industry to help nuclear professionals prepare for roles requiring regulatory knowledge.
Certified Nuclear Professional (CNP) Certification
Launching summer of 2025, this certification is an intermediate step between a four-year engineering degree and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Individuals seeking the CNP credential will need to meet a specific set of eligibility requirements and will then be required to pass a comprehensive exam.
PE Exam Prep Resources
Prepare for the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Examination in the nuclear discipline. ANS offers study resources including a PE Exam Preparation Module Program, the Nuclear PE Exam Study Guide, and the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Nuclear PE Sample Exam.
