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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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Powering the future: How the DOE is fueling nuclear fuel cycle research and development
As global interest in nuclear energy surges, the United States must remain at the forefront of research and development to ensure national energy security, advance nuclear technologies, and promote international cooperation on safety and nonproliferation. A crucial step in achieving this is analyzing how funding and resources are allocated to better understand how to direct future research and development. The Department of Energy has spearheaded this effort by funding hundreds of research projects across the country through the Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP). This initiative has empowered dozens of universities to collaborate toward a nuclear-friendly future.
Thursday, November 13Washington, D.C. | Washington Hilton
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Environmental concerns have historically presented a major obstacle to expanding the use of nuclear energy worldwide. In the United States, more than ten states have implemented laws to restrict new construction of nuclear reactors until a spent nuclear fuel disposal plan is developed. At the same time, nuclear industries have been pioneering environmental and waste isolation technologies with long compliance periods, multi-barrier systems, and extensive regulations.
In this course, students will learn the foundational aspects of radioactive waste management, including storage, recycling, and disposal technologies and environmental impact assessment methodologies, as well as relevant regulations and history. This course provides a holistic perspective of the subject, considering the origins and impact of radioactive waste throughout the fuel cycle. Critical review of current technical solutions and policies is emphasized in the course.
Join us for the first live course on Thursday, November 13 after the 2025 ANS Winter Conference & Expo in Washington, D.C., November 9-12. To register, please login or create an account.
Registration for Radioactive Waste Management is hosted in conjunction with the 2025 ANS Winter Conference & Expo registration.
Reserve your room at the Washington Hilton by October 17 to receive the lowest rates.
