Titans Of Nuclear | Interviewing The World Experts On Nuclear Energy

1) Rolls Royce’s broad scope of work in aircrafts, defense, and power  2) Alan’s role in helping to develop Rolls Royce’s nuclear program  3) Rolls Royce’s plan to develop an SMR by 2029 4) The nuances and challenges of financing new nuclear projects   

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1. Chris’ background growing up in Canada and becoming an activist   2. Chris’ career as a doctor and the prevalence of nuclear medicine   3. The linear-no-threshold hypothesis and commonly held misconceptions about nuclear  4. Chris’ role as a nuclear advocate in Canada and his hopes for the future of the pro-nuclear movement

Director-General Grossi’s career as a diplomat and early introduction to nuclear  The IAEA’s work covering all facets of atomic energy  Global perceptions of nuclear energy and the IAEA’s role in shepherding newcomer countries through the process of acquiring nuclear energy  Director-General Grossi’s vision for the future of nuclear and the role it will play in the clean energy transition 

  1. Dr. Ameri’s background as a radiation oncologist  2. Dr. Ameri’s initial introduction to low-dose radiation as a COVID-19 pneumonia treatment 3. The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran 4. Dr. Ameri’s goals to expand this treatment and push forward further trials     

1) The impact of Fukushima on Victor Nian’s career path in the nuclear industry 2) A regional look at the risks and benefits of expanding nuclear energy in Southeast Asia 3) Singapore’s focus on energy efficiency as an urban island state 4) How small modular reactors could change Singapore’s nuclear power development

1) Early uses of radiation in medicine  2) The use of low-dose radiation to treat cancer 3) Dr. Khan’s work treating COVID-19 related pneumonia with low-dose radiation  4) Global efforts to begin clinical trials treating COVID-19 related pneumonia with low-dose radiation and the challenges of using this treatment off protocol 

1) The use of radiation as a treatment for cancer and various benign diseases. 2) Cytokine release syndrome, the cytokine storm, and the body’s inflammatory response to COVID-19.  3) The use of low-dose radiation to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia and historical uses of radiation to treat pneumonia.  4) Current challenges to using low-dose radiation to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia. 

1) The impacts of COVID-19 on the immune system 2) The use of low dose radiation (LDR) to treat COVID-19 related pneumonia and the historical precedence for this treatment 3) The importance of accurately weighing risk versus benefits when evaluating the use of radiation in medical procedures 4) Misconceptions about radiation and the important role it plays in medicine 

1. Facundo Deluchi introduces Argentina’s nuclear program and its impact worldwide through technology export  2. The role of INVAP in Argentina’s nuclear program and throughout the international market 3. Why the specific needs of developing countries must be considered in energy infrastructure development  4. How the International Framework for Nuclear Energy Cooperation brings different nuclear stakeholders together to strengthen the worldwide industry

Nick Smith joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss:  1) How Nick Smith’s early professional career on the football field led him to the energy industry in an unconventional way 2) Nick reflects on his personal discovery of nuclear power and how it led to a major career shift to advanced nuclear R&D 3) An overview of the current projects underway at the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) to enable advanced reactor demonstrations 4) The role of the Zero Power Physics Reactor (ZPPR) and the Experimental Breeder Reactor-II (EBR-II) dome in the future of advanced nuclear Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

John Jackson joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss:  1) John Jackson shares his experience growing up living off-the-grid and how he got involved in mechanical engineering and fracture mechanics. 2) How John reconnected with the Idaho National Lab and got involved with the Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear.  3) How the GAIN vouchers connect nuclear technology developers and the resources available at the National Labs. 4) Why the nuclear industry must unite to work towards demonstrations of new nuclear technology to fight climate change globally. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Christine King joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss:  1) Christine King reflects on her time at EPRI where she focused on solving inherited material problems related to the use of Alloy 600 in steam generators.  2) Christine shares her personal journey to find purpose and how it impacted her career path in the nuclear sector. 3) The role of GAIN in the nuclear sector and the many ways it supports developers, investors, end users, and government programs. 4) A look at how new technology demonstrations and regulation reform will lead to the new nuclear market. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Dave Amerine joins Jadwiga on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear to discuss:  1) David Amerine reflects on how his time in the Navy led to a broad career in the nuclear sector and shares the keys to building a safety-conscious work environment. 2) Lessons learned from years spent resolving management and operational issues at various nuclear facilities and how David led his teams through challenging obstacles. 3) David highlights some of the ways the nuclear industry has communicated well to share lessons learned, but makes a call to action for better public education on nuclear power. 4) How new nuclear technologies and small modular reactors will upend the nuclear industry and provide a path towards nuclear as a broadbase, reliable electricity source. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Ed Lyman joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Ed Lyman reflects on the path that led him from physics to energy policy and how the Union of Concerned Scientists got started. 2) Ed discusses the cause and effect of the Fukushima accident and the long-term impacts on the industry. 3) A look at the responsibilities of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in the commercial nuclear power sector. 4) Ed identifies some of the challenges of tracking radiation exposure and different tools available to critically analyze the data. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Diane Cameron joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Diane Cameron shares her initial thoughts about nuclear energy and why she changed her mind, committing her career to the technology. 2) A review of Canada’s nuclear roadmap and how Diane helped it evolved into an action plan with a timeline. 3) Why Canada values its relationships with communities and stakeholders and how it impacts decision-making across the nuclear sector. 4) Diane highlights some of Canada’s timelines for establishing new nuclear power technologies on and off the grid. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Vladimir Artisyuk joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Vladimir Artisyuk reflects on what it was like growing up in a Soviet Union town surrounded by nuclear technology and how it impacted his career choice.  2) Vladimir shares his path to three PhD’s in the nuclear sector and his areas of study. 3) How global experiences improve international relations and Russia’s mission to bring nuclear education to the world. 4) Russia’s strategy to fight climate change through innovative energy technologies. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Kamal Araj joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) How Kamal Araj became involved with the nuclear sector and his mission to bring the technology to his home country of Jordan. 2) A look at Jordan’s current energy sources and the country’s first research reactor. 3) Insight into which SMR’s Jordan is currently considering and how they measure up to current energy sources. 4) Kamal’s perspective into why nuclear energy is a critical response to global climate change. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Roy Payne joins Bret on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Roy Payne introduces the UK’s Radioactive Waste Management division and how he became head of stakeholder engagement. 2) Why geological disposal of radioactive waste is a social and political issue, not a technical one. 3) Roy’s perspective on how to create a partnership with a community and engage them in long-term decision making. 4) How to shift the conversation about radioactive waste storage from short-term political decision-making to long-term community investment. Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.

Seth Kofi Debrah joins Olu on the latest episode of Titans of Nuclear. 1) Seth Kofi Debrah shares his path into the nuclear power sector and his role in established a nuclear development plan for Ghana 2) A look at how supply chain development for the nuclear sector impacts the electrification of the Sub-Saharan African region 3) How the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission is focusing on educating its young citizens and preparing for an industrialized future 4) An overview of the challenges and opportunities in Ghana as it looks to bring its first nuclear power plant online Find more episodes on iTunes, Spotify, and on our Titans of Nuclear YouTube. You can follow us on Twitter at @NuclearTitans.