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Monday
23
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Tuesday
24
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Wednesday
25
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Thursday
26
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Friday
27
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Event Days And Topics
Nuclear Safety
Thousands of Americans work in the nuclear power and nuclear medicine fields. Safety and security are very important aspects of those fields and many rules and regulations govern the operations.
Despite fears that Americans may have, fears about nuclear power plants are misplaced. In more than 30 years of safe operation of nuclear power plants show that today’s nuclear plants have become safer and safer. Reports of safety “events”—as required by the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission—show that incidences have been nearly zero in the last decade.
No one in America has ever died due to a commercial nuclear power accident. It is actually safer to work in a nuclear energy plant every day than in an office. From 2003 to 2007, 526 workers were killed in the oil and gas industry and 162 were killed in coal mining.
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Why is Nuclear Science Important?Nuclear science plays a vital role in the lives of Americans...and the world. Read More » |
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What is Nuclear Science Week?January 23-27, 2012, is designed to recognize the contributions of the nuclear science industry and those who work in it every day. Read More » |
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Suggested ActivitiesNeed some ideas to get you started in your activities to recognize National Nuclear Science Week in your school or workplace? Read More » |
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Sponsorship OpportunitiesBecoming a partner is easy! Complete the form provided and you will be contacted regarding ways that you can support the National Nuclear Science Week and its activities. Read More » |
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Sign-Up For Email UpdatesIf you want to learn more about the week’s activities or partners, sign up to receive regular updates. Read More » |
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National Nuclear Science DayPop Atomic Studios created this poster to help promote National Nuclear Science Day taking place on Wednesday, January 25 at 11:00 a.m. Read More » |