IEEE Presentation Series on Nuclear Energy
IEEE Presentation Series on Nuclear Energy
The IEEE Vancouver Section, in collaboration with IEEE Future Directions Committee, is organizing a series of presentations to address the widespread interest in clean energy sources, new nuclear reactor technologies, and the various related issues.
About the Series
Technical Sponsors
Upcoming Presentations
Past Presentations
E-mail List
Organizers
About the Series
This presentation series will be of interest to the engineering community, energy providers, governments and regulators, nuclear reactor manufacturers, and other design engineering firms seeking to develop applications for these new energy sources.
Members of the technical community and the public at large will learn about the characteristics of the new emerging nuclear technologies from experts in the nuclear and energy domains.
To address climate change and mitigate the growing energy supply crisis, the world is increasingly turning to nuclear energy as a key solution. At IEEE, we are committed to informing as many people as possible about the nature of nuclear energy — including discussions on technology, safety, reliability, and environmental impact – and addressing the widespread misconceptions and misinformation that have persisted for decades.
Our first series, consisting of nine talks and a film screening, will explore various critical aspects of nuclear energy. Each session will feature renowned experts and respected scholars in the field, providing valuable insights into the role of nuclear power in our energy future.
We hope you find these talks engaging and informative. Looking ahead, we are eager to organize a second series to further expand on the topics covered in this initial round.
Where possible we will include panel discussions to bring forth the views of a variety of experts and viewpoints. In addition the presentations will provide an opportunity for questions and interactive discussions involving panelists and our attendees.
We look forward to bringing together a broad audience from various constituencies, holding differing viewpoint and perspectives. As we work to provide information and inform the general public, we hope to bring issues up for discussion and to make progress toward a broad consensus regarding clean energy and nuclear technology.
We are interested in extending invitations to various audiences and stakeholders, and gaining their active participation. This series of presentations and any follow up meetings or symposia will not be biased or reflect the interests and concerns of only one interest group. It will be consistent with the IEEE’s mission to promote and encourage technology for humanity.
Technical Sponsors
Technical Sponsors for this presentation series include:
- IEEE Vancouver Section
- Joint Applied Physics Chapter, IEEE Vancouver Section
- IEEE Future Directions Committee
UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS
Please see the detailed descriptions for each event by clicking on the Vtools event link
PRESENTATION 11:
Date: July 30th, 2025
Presenter / Panelists: Dr. Dennis Michaelson
Topic: Integration of SMRs in Renewable Energy Microgrids
Summary:
Dr. Dennis Michaelson will explore the application of Small Modular Reacrors (SMRs) in remote community power systems and off-grid industrial facilities. In some of these applications, a small SMR or micro-modular reactor would be combined with renewable power sources, energy storage, and loads to form a microgrid.
In this talk we will explore potential configurations and operating scenarios for such systems, and discuss the considerations and trade-offs involved in their design.
Details and Registration: Integration of SMRs in Renewable Energy Microgrids
| DATE | TITLE | Presenters / Panelists | Details and Registration: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 - Date TBD | Presentations will resume in Fall 2025. | ||
| Topics and Presenters to be announced. |
PAST PRESENTATIONS
This area contains a list of past presentations in the series.
| DATE | TITLE | Presenters / Panelists | Presentation Video: |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 | Introduction to the Nuclear Presentation Series | Dr. Ahmed Hussein | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: An introduction to the series and the topics covered | |||
| March 26, 2025 | Special Presentation: "Nuclear Now" documentary | documentary | Nuclear Now documentary |
| Description: The documentary film directed by Oliver Stone | |||
| April 9, 2025 | Planning Future Energy Systems: Do we go nuclear? | Dr.Taco Niet | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: Discussion of nuclear energy, and addressing the climate crisis. Is nuclear power needed to achieve net-zero carbon emissions? | |||
| April 23, 2025 | Canadian Journey on Nuclear Energy from CANDU to Small Modular Reactors | Dr. Jing Jiang | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: Discussion of SMR and Advanced Nuclear Reactors (ANRs) technologies, their potential advantages and challenges. | |||
| May 7, 2025 | IAEA Safeguards: preparing for small modular reactors (SMRs) | Dr. Jeremy Whitlock | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: The challenge of safeguarding SMRs, and how the IAEA is preparing for this. | |||
| May 14, 2025 | Small Reactors: Prospects and Challenges | Dr. Esam Hussein | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: Examines the potential of SMR and microreactor reactor types. | |||
| June 4, 2025 | Nuclear propulsion for merchant shipping | Dr. Jan Emblemsvåg | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: Discusses why nuclear propulsion is needed for merchant shipping, the criteria for selection, and current status. | |||
| June 18, 2025 | Micro-Nuclear Energy: A National Strategic Technology Imperative to Secure Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty | Mr. Peter Lang | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: Discusses current micro-reactor technology developments, and proposed specific applications in Northern and Arctic Canada. | |||
| July 2, 2025 | Radioactive Waste Disposal Options for Canada | Dr. Iurii Shybetskyi | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: The current state, prospects and potential challenges of radioactive waste management in Canada. International best practices. | |||
| July 16, 2025 | Technical Review on Common Myths About Nuclear Energy | Dr. Robert Hayes | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: A review of sources of radiation, and radiation risk. Examination of various antinuclear claims and fears. | |||
| July 30, 2025 | Integration of SMRs in Renewable Energy Microgrids | Dr. Dennis Michaelson | Series Videos on Demand |
| Description: SMR or micro-modular reactors, combined with renewable power sources, energy storage, and loads to form a microgrid. |
PRESENTATION SERIES – E-MAIL LIST
Please join our email list to receive updates about the series and details of each upcoming presentations:
https://vancouver.ieee.ca/nuclear-presentation-series-e-mail-list/
Organizers
The following persons served on the organizing committee for this presentation series:
| Dr. Ahmed Hussein | Joint Applied Physics Chapter, IEEE Vancouver |
| Dr. Maike Luiken | IEEE Future Directions |
| Charles Jackson | 3DA&M LLC |
| Dr. Cinzia Da Vià | IEEE NPSS |
| Pieter Botman | IEEE Vancouver |
| Kathy Grise | IEEE Future Directions |
| Carole Graas | IEEE Future Directions |
| Matthew Wilder | IEEE Vancouver |