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News & Events

Todd Allen, John Lee, and Kristine Svinicki supporting National Academies Studies

Todd Allen, John Lee, and Kristine Svinicki supporting National Academies Studies

May 20, 2022
The studies are centered around advanced nuclear, fuel, and threats.
PhD Student Lonnie Garrett given NNIS fellowship

PhD Student Lonnie Garrett given NNIS fellowship

May 19, 2022
The fellowship supports exceptional students in the field of international safeguards.
Imre Pázsit named “Doctor Honoris Causa” of Budapest University of Technology and Economics

Imre Pázsit named “Doctor Honoris Causa” of Budapest University of Technology and Economics

May 16, 2022
The title was conferred in appreciation of Pázsit’s internationally reputed activities.
Undergraduate Andrew Panter awarded INL UNLP Scholarship

Undergraduate Andrew Panter awarded INL UNLP Scholarship

May 9, 2022
UNLP plays a key role in helping the Department of Energy accomplish its mission of leading the nation's investment in the development and exploration of advanced nuclear science and technology.
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Past NERS Events

Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project Rededication | April 8, 2022

We rededicated the Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project and reaffirmed the project’s purpose of advancing the uses of nuclear science and technology for the welfare of the human race. We discussed advanced reactors, modern energy issues, global nuclear commerce, safeguarding nuclear’s future, social engagement and equity, young nuclear leaders, and more. Watch below.

Nuclear Innovation, Decarbonization, and Environmental Justice | September 15, 2021

A conversation that reimagines the technological, institutional, intellectual, and ethical foundations of the nuclear energy sector, and how to root them in equity-centered engineering.

Fastest Path to Zero: Advanced Nuclear | October 27, 2021

It has never been more important to set the world on track to reduce global emissions and mitigate the impact of climate change. That’s why we must use every low- and zero-carbon option at our disposal, including advanced nuclear energy.

Colloquia | February 14, 2020

Marissa Bell, Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Geography at SUNY University at Buffalo, talks about the social and political aspects of nuclear waste siting with a focus on consent.

U-M and INL Joint Technical Seminar on Advanced Reactors | February 23, 2021

NERS Prof. Brendan Kochunas and Nick Smith from Idaho National Laboratory (INL) give an overview of the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) and discuss holistic approaches to modern reactor design. Watch

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