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Division Spotlight
Fusion Energy
This division promotes the development and timely introduction of fusion energy as a sustainable energy source with favorable economic, environmental, and safety attributes. The division cooperates with other organizations on common issues of multidisciplinary fusion science and technology, conducts professional meetings, and disseminates technical information in support of these goals. Members focus on the assessment and resolution of critical developmental issues for practical fusion energy applications.
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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Acceleron Fusion raises $24M in seed funding to advance low-temp fusion
Cambridge, Mass.–based fusion startup Acceleron Fusion announced that it has closed a $24 million Series A funding round co-led by Lowercarbon Capital and Collaborative Fund. According to Acceleron, the funding will fuel the company’s efforts to advance its low-temperature muon-catalyzed fusion technology.
The Colorado Nuclear Science and Technology Scholarship is awarded annually to a Colorado student pursuing a career in the field of nuclear science and technology. Interests may include: nuclear engineering, nuclear physics, and nuclear medicine. Applicants will be evaluated on academic achievement, a career objectives statement, and letters of recommendation.
The fund was established in November 1999 with an initial $25,000 investment from the ANS Colorado Local Section.
Colorado Local Section (Administered by the Scholarship Policy and Coordination Committee)
A selection committee will be established by the Scholarship Policy and Coordination Committee.
Undergraduate or Graduate (according to merit)
1 awarded annually @ $3000 for graduate-level or $2000 for undergraduate level
The applicant must have demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in the field of nuclear science and technology.
Must be enrolled in a university in the state of Colorado, including but not limited to:
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