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Division Spotlight
Reactor Physics
The division's objectives are to promote the advancement of knowledge and understanding of the fundamental physical phenomena characterizing nuclear reactors and other nuclear systems. The division encourages research and disseminates information through meetings and publications. Areas of technical interest include nuclear data, particle interactions and transport, reactor and nuclear systems analysis, methods, design, validation and operating experience and standards. The Wigner Award heads the awards program.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
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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Latest News
World Nuclear Energy Day grows in recognition
Since its inception in 2020, World Nuclear Energy Day has grown in awareness each year. The day is celebrated annually on December 2.
This year on December 2, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution for World Nuclear Energy Day, celebrating the peaceful development of nuclear energy technology and underscoring the vital role of nuclear power in strengthening the U.S. economy and supporting a reliable energy grid worldwide.
Urvin Salvi (Virginia Tech), Brian Y. Lattimer (Virginia Tech), Elvan Sahin (Virginia Tech), Juliana Pacheco Duarte (Virginia Tech)
Proceedings | Advances in Thermal Hydraulics (ATH 2022) | Anaheim, CA, June 12-16, 2022 | Pages 706-719
