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Division Spotlight
Isotopes & Radiation
Members are devoted to applying nuclear science and engineering technologies involving isotopes, radiation applications, and associated equipment in scientific research, development, and industrial processes. Their interests lie primarily in education, industrial uses, biology, medicine, and health physics. Division committees include Analytical Applications of Isotopes and Radiation, Biology and Medicine, Radiation Applications, Radiation Sources and Detection, and Thermal Power Sources.
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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Contractor selected for Belgian LLW/ILW facility
Brussels-based construction group Besix announced that is has been chosen by the Belgian agency for radioactive waste management ONDRAF/NIRAS for construction of the country’s surface disposal facility for low- and intermediate-level short-lived nuclear waste in Dessel.
Explore our collection of webinars examining key issues and developments in U.S. nuclear policy.
Shaping U.S. Nuclear Policy: Overview of the ANS Congressional Fellowship Program
Hear about the unique experiences of five of ANS's past Congressional Fellows and how they were able to have an impact on federal policy related to nuclear.
State of Nuclear: April 2025
In this webinar, a panel of industry leaders discuss where the nuclear world stands and what the future looks like.
A One-on-One with NRC Commissioner Bradley Crowell
In this interview with ANS CEO/Executive Director Craig Piercy, Commissioner Bradley Crowell shares insights on these pressing issues and the evolving role of the NRC in shaping the future of nuclear energy.
State of Nuclear: October 2024
Panelists from across the nuclear policymaking sphere dig into the major issues of the today and shed light on the longer-term implications.
A One-on-One with NRC Commissioner David Wright
In this interview with ANS CEO Craig Piercy, Commissioner Wright discusses his unique journey in the nuclear industry, the challenges facing the NRC today, and what the future holds for nuclear regulation and innovation.
