Conveners
(DNP) W2-6 Multiple Facets of Nuclear Science : Isotopes in Environment | Les multiples facettes de la science nucléaire : Isotopes dans l'environnement (DPN)
- Zisis Papandreou (University of Regina)
Description
Multiple Facets of Nuclear Science (DNP) – Nuclear physics plays a key role in advancing nuclear sciences and technologies. Significant investments are made in nuclear research with focus on: Isotope Production and its applications, next-Generation Nuclear Reactors, and environment and Health Sciences. The symposium will highlight Canada’s nuclear innovations, promoting cross-sector collaboration, and engaging emerging professionals in these rapidly growing sectors. The sessions will be multidisciplinary and designed to be accessible to a wide audience with an interest in nuclear topics.
This presentation bridges the gap between theoretical nuclear physics and the practical realities of ensuring worker safety in high-grade uranium mines. High-grade uranium ore presents unique challenges in radiation protection due to gamma radiation, radon gas, and long-lived radioactive dust (LLRD). This necessitates a multi-faceted approach to radiation protection, combining sophisticated...
A number of reactor designs are under consideration in Canada for pre-licensing/licensing by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Although these reactors build on concepts that were adopted during the early era of nuclear power, they are advanced by introducing features to overcome the cost overruns and delays typically associated with nuclear power plant constructions. Inherent and passive...
Nuclear power has traditionally served as a baseload power source, but the evolving energy landscape demands greater operational flexibility. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) present a promising solution, not only for power generation but also for enhancing grid stability by complementing variable renewable energy sources. The increasing penetration of intermittent generation, such as wind and...
The role of engineered barriers, and certain geological and environmental engineering aspects, including Saskatchewan context, that can be used to isolate radioactive nuclides from the biosphere in nuclear waste management.
