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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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2021 ANS Winter Meeting and Technology Expo
November 30–December 3, 2021
Washington, DC|Washington Hilton
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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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INL captures one dramatic second of a fuel rod test in slow motion
Idaho National Laboratory recently released footage of a new experiment at its Transient Reactor Test Facility (TREAT) that simulates what happens to a nuclear fuel pin when it starts to overheat. Go to Twitter for the original post, or cut to the chase and watch a 14-second clip on YouTube.
February 17, 2021|5:00–6:00PM (6:00–7:00PM EST)
ANS Members Only
Here what candidates Steven Arndt and Corey McDaniel had to say in ANS's first-ever Virtual Vice Presidential Candidates Forum.
Steven ArndtAn ANS Fellow and member since 1981, Arndt currently serves as Distinguished Scientist, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Adjunct Professor of Nuclear Engineering, University of Tennessee. Previous positions include: Senior Technical Advisor and Manager, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (1990-2021); Assistant Professor, U.S. Naval Academy (1988-1990). He's currently a member of the ANS Board of Directors and served previous terms in 2015-2017 (Treasurer) and 2011-2014.
Corey McDanielJoined ANS as a student member at Purdue in 1989. McDaniel is the Chief Commercial Officer and Director of Industry Engagement at Idaho National Laboratory. Previous positions include: Chief Commercial Officer and VP for Business Development, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Vice President Asia, Rockbestos Nuclear Cable, Hong Kong, China; Director of International Marketing, NuScale Power, Mumbai, India; Legislative Director and Senior Policy Advisor, U.S. Senate. Corey started his career performing PRA and nuclear thermal-hydraulic research in N-12/TSA-11 at Los Alamos National Laboratory. He currently serves on the ANS Board of Directors.
Read their candidate statements.
