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Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
September 8–11, 2025
Atlanta, GA|Atlanta Marriott Marquis
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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The RAIN scale: A good intention that falls short
Radiation protection specialists agree that clear communication of radiation risks remains a vexing challenge that cannot be solved solely by finding new ways to convey technical information.
Earlier this year, an article in Nuclear News described a new radiation risk communication tool, known as the Radiation Index, or, RAIN (“Let it RAIN: A new approach to radiation communication,” NN, Jan. 2025, p. 36). The authors of the article created the RAIN scale to improve radiation risk communication to the general public who are not well-versed in important aspects of radiation exposures, including radiation dose quantities, units, and values; associated health consequences; and the benefits derived from radiation exposures.
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July 14, 2025
The Future of Nuclear in Texas
1:00–2:00PM (2:00–3:00PM EDT)
Available to All Users
They say everything is bigger in Texas! This panel discussion explores how the state embraces that mantra with public support for nuclear on the rise. Read more...
May 29, 2025
Uncharted Waters: Expanding Nuclear Outreach and Workforce Recruiting
Aligning Content with Community Needs
3:30–5:00PM (4:30–6:00PM EDT)
Part 2 of the Uncharted Waters training series helps you move beyond routine outreach by sharing tips and best practices for organizing events. Read more...
May 8, 2025
Shaping U.S. Nuclear Policy: Overview of the ANS Congressional Fellowship Program
2:30–3:30PM (3:30–4:30PM EDT)
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. Read more...
April 29, 2025
Robotics and Remote Systems Division
Nuclear Robotics and Remote Systems Highlights from University Partners
This webinar is the second installment in a series highlighting R&D efforts from industry, national laboratories, and universities. Read more...
April 28, 2025
State of Nuclear
Join us as a panel of experts discusses where the nuclear world stands today and what the future looks like. Read more...
April 17, 2025
Radiological Risk in Perspective
5:00–6:00PM (6:00–7:00PM EDT)
Radiation is all around us—but how risky is it, really? Robert Hayes, Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering at NC State University, puts radiological risk into perspective using data-driven comparisons and real-world examples. He’ll examine how radiation exposure is measured, what levels are considered safe, and how public perception often diverges from scientific consensus. Read more...
March 13, 2025
Nuclear Nonproliferation Policy Division
Updates on Advanced Nuclear Reactor Security and Material Control and Accounting
12:00–1:00PM (1:00–2:00PM EDT)
ANS Members Only
The ANS Nuclear Nonproliferation Policy Division (NNPD) invites you to a webinar featuring presentations on advanced reactor nuclear security and material control and accounting (MC&A). Read more...
March 6, 2025
The How, Why, and Where of Nuclear Waste
5:00–6:00PM (6:00–7:00PM EST)
This webinar will discuss what is either nuclear energy’s greatest weakness or greatest strength: nuclear waste. Dr. Chris Perfetti from the University of New Mexico’s Department of Nuclear Engineering will define nuclear waste, explore how much waste we have to dispose of, and review several options for nuclear waste disposal, ranging from the ideal, to the plausible, to the absurd. Read more...
March 4, 2025
40 Under 40 Roundtable
1:00–2:00PM (2:00–3:00PM EST)
ANS is bringing together members of the inaugural Nuclear News 40 Under 40 list to discuss the current state of nuclear and what the future looks like. Hear from a distinguished group of professionals who have taken unique paths to quickly rise to prominence and make a significant impact on nuclear. Read more...
February 27, 2025
Chicago-Great Lakes Local Section Event
Abilene Christian University Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR) Update
6:00–7:00PM (7:00–8:00PM EST)
Join us for an ANS Chicago-Great Lakes Local Section event featuring a presentation on the advancements in nuclear energy through the Molten Salt Research Reactor (MSRR) project at Abilene Christian University (ACU). Read more...
February 26, 2025
Innovations in Nuclear Energy Student Competition Series
Innovations in Nuclear Energy Student Competition: Part I
12:00–1:00PM (1:00–2:00PM EST)
This three-part series features the winners of the Innovations in Nuclear Research Student Competition (INSC) . The INSC recognizes published graduate and undergraduate students. Through the award process, the INSC provides winning students with opportunities to present their published work to the broader nuclear energy community. Read more...
February 19, 2025
Connecting with Underresourced Communities
1:00–2:30PM (2:00–3:30PM EST)
Are your recruitment and outreach efforts reaching communities that have been historically excluded from nuclear science education and from participating in the nuclear industry? This training will help you identify the underresourced communities in your local area, develop relationships with gatekeepers, and overcome barriers to connection. Read more...
February 11, 2025
Nuclear Robotics and Remote Systems Updates from Industrial Partners
The ANS Robotics and Remote Systems Division invites you to participate in a webinar series highlighting interesting R&D efforts from industry, national laboratories, and universities. This first event will focus on three industry partners, each presenting a brief overview of their company and then an interesting problem and their solution utilizing robotics and remote handling. Read more...
January 30, 2025
The Quest for Gold: Exploring Nuclear Transmutation
Alchemists have been trying to make gold out of other elements for centuries. Can nuclear science finally make this dream a reality? Read more...
January 22, 2025
Equitable Outreach: Now Comes the Hard Part
10:30–11:30AM (11:30AM–12:30PM EST)
Join us for an expert panel discussion on strategies for delivering the nuclear message to underresourced audiences – from K-12 education, to community outreach, to employer recruiting. Read more...
January 15, 2025
CONTE 2025 Sneak Peek
10:00–11:00AM (11:00AM–12:00PM EST)
Find out why CONTE 2025 is a conference you don't want to pass up by attending our special preview event on Wednesday, January 15, at 11 am ET. Read more...
December 19, 2024
A One-on-One with NRC Commissioner Bradley Crowell
10:00AM–12:00PM (11:00AM–1:00PM EST)
An exclusive conversation with NRC Commissioner Crowell on the future of nuclear regulation, workforce challenges, and the impact of advanced technologies. Read more...
December 5, 2024
ANS Chicago-Great Lakes Local Section Event
Technical Considerations for the Restart of the Crane Clean Energy Center
7:00–8:00PM (8:00–9:00PM EST)
The ANS Chicago-Great Lakes Local Section held a virtual event featuring a presentation on the restart of Three Mile Island Unit 1. Read more...
Supplier Showcase
5 Critical Approaches to Accelerate Advanced Nuclear Enterprise Success with Digital Transformation
Join us for an ANS Supplier Showcase webinar to discover how Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform, powered by virtual twin technology, is redefining nuclear project execution, efficiency, and lifecycle management. Read more...
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November 13, 2024
Dose-Free Radiation Visualization and Mitigation
Join us for an ANS Supplier Showcase webinar and learn about the capabilities of Radiation Visualization with RadVision3D. Read more...
