Ep 27: Peter Lyons, Nuclear Regulatory Commission
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Show Notes
Episode Content:
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Pete's start in the weapons testing and Star Wars Program at Los Alamos National Lab.
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An in-depth look at the relationship between nuclear energy and nonproliferation.
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Pete's work with Senator Domenici to craft legislation for essential nuclear programs.
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A discussion of the Nuclear Cities and Lab to Lab Initiatives.
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Efforts Pete spearheaded at the NRC.
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The importance of mitigating Station Blackouts and implementing safety measures.
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Catalyzing a wave of innovation efforts through investment in research and development.
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Highlights about and the ingenuity of NuScale's small modular reactor design.
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Reflections upon the importance of US nuclear leadership in the global sphere.