The 2nd Atoms for Humanity Symposium took place on October 25–26, 2023, at Purdue University's Fowler Auditorium. Atoms for Humanity was featured in the ANS Nuclear Newswire's February 2024 publication.

In the esteemed halls of Purdue University’s School of Nuclear Engineering, one name stands out as a beacon of inspiration — William (Bill) Jefferson (BSNE 1985). Bill, among the first African-American graduates at the School of Nuclear Engineering, embodies resilience, determination and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The February issue of ANS' Nuclear Newswire focuses on the valuable applications of nuclear science beyond power generation. This feature article from the February issue looks at the challenges radiopharmaceutical companies like Niowave face in producing and delivering radioisotopes for medical procedures worldwide. Read how these companies manage shipping logistics, adhere to regulations, and navigate tight schedules due to short half-lives of isotopes to successfully deliver these life-saving isotopes.

Geri Richmond, undersecretary for science and innovation at the U.S. Department of Energy, visited Purdue University to see demonstrations on a variety of projects that would impact the future of energy use.

Dr. Stylianos Chatzidakis, Dr. Ahmed Hassanein and Dr. Seungjin Kim were recognized for their outstanding teaching in the fall 2023 semester.

Jonah Lau, an undergraduate student at the School of Nuclear Engineering, will host the GEN IV International Forum webinar, Revolutionizing Nuclear Engineering Education: Developing Virtual Laboratories (Virtual Labs) for Neutron Detection, Geiger Counter and Reactor Experiments, on January 31st, 2024.

Stylianos Chatzidakis has been selected as the 2023-2024 Arden L. Bement, Jr. Early Faculty Development Award recipient.

Purdue University has created the first digital-twin nuclear reactor control system on a university campus.

Congratulations to Dr. Han Gyu Joo (PhD 1996), the President of Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) and the 2023-2024 Outstanding Nuclear Engineer (ONE) Award recipient!

Seungjin Kim, the Capt. James F. McCarthy Jr. and Cheryl E. McCarthy Head of the School of Nuclear Engineering, has received the 2023 Technical Achievement Award from the American Nuclear Society (ANS) Thermal Hydraulics Division (THD).