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News
National Nuclear Science Week 2011
Albuquerque, NM—National Nuclear Science Week will be recognized for the second year January 23-27, 2012. Observations of the week will include participation in college engineering fairs in Idaho, field trips to the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History in New Mexico, teacher development workshops in Chicago, and much more.
The week is a national, broadly observed recognition of how human knowledge has directed the energy of our most fundamental component, the atom, to the service and progress of our communities and world. It is intended to advance public and industry awareness of the key benefits and to recognize the professionals who lead and manage these organizations.
National Nuclear Science Week has the theme “Get to Know Nuclear.” The goal of the week is to encourage education, participation and communication around themes that are promoted on each day of the week. The days provide platforms for learning and exploration of nuclear sciences, careers in the nuclear field, energy generation, nuclear safety and nuclear medicine and radiology.
“With the nation’s spotlight on energy generation and a greener environment, it makes sense to recognize the contributions of nuclear power. Other technologies, such as nuclear medicine with its diagnostic and treatment opportunities, are also hugely important to all Americans,” states the Director of the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, Jim Walther. “The future career needs in science and energy are significant as well. This week provides all of us with more information on these vital topics.”
The Web site is http://www.NuclearScienceWeek.org and features a “celebration guide” that includes free tips and tools such as a proclamation template. There are also suggestions for activities each day of the week. Followers can also access news about the week through Twitter, Facebook, and a nuclear science week blogspot.
The National Nuclear Science Week is a partnership between the host organization, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and nuclear industry partners, including the Nuclear Energy Institute, Entergy, the US Department of Energy, the American Nuclear Society, and the Society of Nuclear Medicine.
For more information on the Museum, visit http://www.nuclearmuseum.org or call 505-245-2137.
Contact: Jeanette Miller, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 505-245-2137.
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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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