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Mathematics & Computation
Division members promote the advancement of mathematical and computational methods for solving problems arising in all disciplines encompassed by the Society. They place particular emphasis on numerical techniques for efficient computer applications to aid in the dissemination, integration, and proper use of computer codes, including preparation of computational benchmark and development of standards for computing practices, and to encourage the development on new computer codes and broaden their use.
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ANS Student Conference 2025
April 3–5, 2025
Albuquerque, NM|The University of New Mexico
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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MC&A and safety in advanced reactors in focus
The American Nuclear Society’s Nuclear Nonproliferation Policy Division recently hosted a webinar on updating material control and accounting (MC&A) and security regulations for the evolving field of advanced reactors.
Go deeper: A recording of the full webinar “Updates on Advanced Nuclear Reactor Security and Material Control and Accounting,” which is available only to ANS members, can be viewed here.
The Nuclear News 40 Under 40 list aims to recognize the up-and-coming generation of nuclear scientists and engineers and serve as a celebration of the talented young professionals who are making great strides in every sector of the industry.
Nominees must be 39 years old or younger and must be current members of ANS through December 31, 2025. Candidates can be nominated either by their workplace or institution or by a fellow ANS member and should have at least one letter of recommendation.
All nominees will be evaluated by NN staff on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following: technical achievements, professional achievements, leadership and impact.
Finally, nominees who were included in the 2024 40 under 40 list are not eligible for the 2025 40 under 40 list.
If you have questions about the form, please email nucnews@ans.org for assistance.
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