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⚛️ The future of nuclear energy is taking shape in Indiana.

On October 19–20, Purdue University and the State of Indiana will bring together leaders from industry, government, and academia for the second Global Nuclear Energy Economic Summit in Indianapolis.

From next-generation nuclear technologies and advanced reactors to workforce development and economic growth, the conversations happening here will help shape the future of nuclear energy.

Purdue Nuclear Engineering is proud to help advance these conversations, bringing research expertise, innovation, and a commitment to preparing the next generation of nuclear professionals.

📍 Indianapolis, Indiana
📅 October 19–20, 2026

🔗 Learn more about the summit and view the agenda at the link in our bio. https://bit.ly/464wQau

#PurdueEngineering #PurdueNuclearEngineering #NuclearEnergy #NuclearInnovation #WorkforceDevelopment #BoilerUp taken in Hyatt Regency Indianapolis by @purduenuclear

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⚛️ The nuclear future is a team effort.

3 universities. 1 mission. A new generation of nuclear innovators.

Purdue Nuclear Engineering is joining forces with @arizonastateuniversity and the @utknoxville, to help build the workforce powering the future of nuclear energy.

From our PUR-1 reactor to cutting-edge digital twin technology, Purdue is bringing real-world innovation to the next generation of nuclear education.

🔗 Read the full story at the link in our bio. https://bit.ly/NE-Consort_IG

#PurdueEngineering #NuclearEngineering #NuclearEnergy #BoilerUp #FutureEngineers by @purduenuclear

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3 days ago

Purdue Nuclear Engineering has dedicated a new Nuclear Fusion and Plasma Teaching Laboratory, giving students hands-on experience with experimental plasma science, diagnostics and fusion-related technologies. Made possible through a gift from alumnus Jerome W. “Jerry” Blattner (BSNE ’78) and his wife, Brenda, the laboratory strengthens Purdue’s commitment to preparing students for the future of fusion energy.

Read more: https://bit.ly/47A9cDH by @purduenuclear

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4 days ago

Twenty-four high school teachers from 10 states came to Purdue Nuclear Engineering for a three-day outreach program focused on nuclear energy, industry developments and career opportunities for students. Through technical lectures, hands-on laboratory experiences and conversations with nuclear professionals, educators gained firsthand knowledge they can bring back to their classrooms and share with the next generation of nuclear leaders.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4jTKt4g by @purduenuclear

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5 days ago

The nuclear economy needs a talent pipeline. Purdue is building one.

At last year's Global Nuclear Energy Economic Summit, @purduenuclear launched the nation's first online credential program in small modular reactors.

With the summit returning Oct. 19–20, click the 🔗 in bio for a look back at how it started.

#VictoryLap #VictoriesAndHeroes A Purdue nuclear engineering student smiles with arms crossed beside PUR-1 instrumentation panels by @purduenuclear

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9 days ago

Please join us as we honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Victor Harvey Ransom on Wednesday, October 28th in WTHR 200 starting at 3:30 PM.

#purduenuclear #purdue #purdueengineering by @purduenuclear

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16 days ago

Stylianos Chatzidakis, assistant professor of nuclear engineering at Purdue University, was among the College of Engineering faculty recognized for outstanding dedication to teaching in an Aug. 24 advertisement in the Purdue Exponent. The recognition was based on results from the Center for Instructional Excellence’s teacher evaluation surveys.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4r5RPU7

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a month ago

Michael Streicher (BSNE ’12), president and chief operating officer of H3D Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has been named one of Purdue Engineering’s 38 by 38 honorees, recognizing exceptional alumni who have demonstrated significant achievement, rapid professional growth and meaningful impact in their fields by age 38.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4gPcLLt

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The Purdue Engineering 38 by 38 is inspired by the legacy of alumnus Neil Armstrong, who was 38 years old when he became the first person to set foot on the moon. The annual award honors 38 Purdue Engineering alumni who are 38 years old and younger and have demonstrated an accelerated trajectory of professional success and made a significantly high impact in their field, organization, community or society as measured in units relative to their work. For more information, see the award landing page and FAQ here: https://bit.ly/38by38

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Purdue Nuclear Engineering team named finalist in ANS Student Design Competition 💡

The American Nuclear Society @americannuclear] recently selected a team from Purdue Nuclear Engineering as one of four finalists in the 2026 ANS Student Design Competition, marking the second consecutive year that a Nuclear Engineering team has earned finalist recognition. The team will present its work, “Design of MaRCS Code: Modeling and Reduction of Californium Sources,” at the society’s November meeting in Phoenix, Arizona. The meeting’s theme is “Going Critical: Creating a Durable Nuclear Resurgence.”

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Tuapsx

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a month ago

Last Thursday, Purdue School of Nuclear Engineering and ANS co-hosted the annual NE Welcome Picnic at Happy Hollow park! ☀️
It was a fun gathering filled with great food, games, and wonderful company, both familiar faces and new friends. A huge thank-you to everyone who helped organize the event, as well as everyone who came out!

#boilerup #purdue #purduenuclearengineering #purdueengineering by @purduenuclear

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2 months ago

Purdue School of Nuclear Engineering recently inducted six official NE ambassadors. These students are chosen to professionally represent NE in speaking with prospective students, current professors, and industry leaders.

Congratulations to our new NE ambassadors (listed below), we are so excited to see the impact you’ll bring to the school! ☢️

Charles Behrman
Daniel Torg
Jackson Goehle
Matthew Halloran
Shivam Dave
Keegan Fick

#purdue #nuclearengineering #nuclearpurdue #engineer #purdueengineering by @purduenuclear

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Yesterday, we kicked off the semester with our welcome seminar for new and returning undergraduate and graduate students in the School of Nuclear Engineering!

We also had the opportunity to recognize and celebrate some outstanding students and staff with well-deserved awards.

Here’s to another semester of excellence, growth, and success! ☢️

#purdueuniversity #purdueengineering #nuclear #nuclearengineering #boilerup by @purduenuclear

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