T2 Minority Serving Institutions and Their Positive Impact on the Mission of the NRC

In this session, we will delve into the NRC's proactive approach to fostering diversity and inclusion within the nuclear industry. Amidst the evolving landscape of nuclear regulation, the NRC recognizes the importance of engaging with minority serving institutions to promote access and opportunities for underrepresented communities. Discover how these programs are contributing to a more diverse and dynamic nuclear workforce and learn about the successes and challenges encountered along the way. This session will showcase the NRC's commitment to adapt to the changing landscape of nuclear regulation by investing in education and inclusion.


SESSION CHAIR(S):
 

• Marissa Bailey, Acting Deputy Director, RES/NRC

SPEAKER(S):
 

• Multiphase Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling of Molten Salt Spill and Aerosol Transport
  Minghui Chen, Assistant Professor, The University of New Mexico
• Benefits of Diversity and Inclusion in Research for Advancing Nuclear Reinforced Concrete Construction
  Yahya Kurama, PhD., PE, and Professor, University of Notre Dame
• Craig Newtson, Professor and Department Head, New Mexico State University
• Nuclear Engineering at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez
  Silvina Cancelos, Professor, Associate Director, Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
• Desire Rivera Borges, Undergraduate Chemical Engineering Student, American Nuclear Society of UPRM, University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez
• Marcos Rolón Acevedo, Assistant Adjunct Professor, Structure, Geotech and Seismic Engineering Branch, Division of Engineering, RES/NRC
• Robert Roche-Rivera, Senior Program Manager, Reactor Engineering Branch, Division of Engineering, RES/NRC

SESSION COORDINATOR(S):
 

• Daniel Shapiro, Team Lead, Financial and Performance Management Team, Program Management, Policy Development & Analysis, RES/NRC e-mail: Daniel.Shapiro@nrc.gov