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Materials Science & Technology
The objectives of MSTD are: promote the advancement of materials science in Nuclear Science Technology; support the multidisciplines which constitute it; encourage research by providing a forum for the presentation, exchange, and documentation of relevant information; promote the interaction and communication among its members; and recognize and reward its members for significant contributions to the field of materials science in nuclear technology.
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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Beyond conventional boundaries: Innovative construction technologies pave the way for advanced reactor deployment
In a bid to tackle the primary obstacle in nuclear deployment—construction costs—those in industry and government are moving away from traditional methods and embracing innovative construction technologies.
The ANS Columbia, SC Local Section Scholarship was established in 2001. The ANS Columbia Local Section will provide annual scholarships (up to $1500) for students residing in South Carolina and pursuing nuclear science, nuclear engineering or a related field in any U.S. program. Undergraduate and graduate students from South Carolina are encouraged to apply.
ANS Columbia Local Section
A committee of the ANS Columbia Local Section will select the award recipient.
Undergraduate (Sophomore, Junior and Senior)
Graduate (Masters or Ph.D.)
$1500 budgeted annually (may be distributed amongst multiple recipients)
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