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NUCLEAR Fun Fact of the Week

Department / Organization: American Nuclear Society

What is the common method of nuclear reprocessing in the world? Click blue link for answer :)

ANSWER: PUREX (Plutonium Uranium Redox Extraction) (Reduction, Oxidation),
chemically separating Pu, U from waste. Use to make recycled fuel.

OVERVIEW: If you enjoyed this fact and want to explore nuclear from many different perspectives, including energy, policy, and engineering, consider joining the AMERICAN NUCLEAR SOCIETY. We host casual meetings with FREE FOOD, opportunities to talk directly with INDUSTRY PROFFESIONALS, and OPEN CONVERSATIONS about how nuclear fits into the future of energy.

SEMINAR DESCRIPTION: NO SEMINAR/ANS MEETING TODAY. Come back next week for any updates of upcoming events!

TIME/LOCATION: There are typically two back to back events held in Hill Hall. Nuclear seminars are every Wednesday from 4–5 pm in Room 202, followed by ANS meetings from 5–6 pm in Room 209. Come to either or stay for both.

SIGN UP/MAILING LIST: https://oreconnect.mines.edu/ANS/club_signup

For more information, send email to: christian_luna@mines.edu

Published in Digest Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026