OECD NEA Conference: Nuclear Futures – Shaping Dialogue in a Changing World
Hosted by the UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre in collaboration with Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA)
An international conference convening thought leaders, senior experts, and emerging professionals to explore the evolving role of nuclear technology in a rapidly changing global landscape.
8:30 am to 8:30 pm Tuesday 5 August 2025
Location: Leighton Hall, John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Sydney Kensington Sydney, NSW 2052
Cost $300 Conf only, $490 Conf and dinner. $160 and $310 respectively for student/academic.
As the world faces the dual challenges of decarbonisation and energy resilience, this event will spotlight the contributions of nuclear technologies to climate action, energy security, and sustainable development. It offers a dynamic platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange, and cross-sector collaboration—highlighting Australia’s position in the global nuclear fuel cycle and its role in advancing international partnerships, workforce development, and innovation across the sector.
Featured Panel Experts
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- William D. Magwood, IV, Director General, Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA)
- Aleshia Duncan, Deputy Assistant Secretary, United States Department of Energy
- Lisa Marshall, President, American Nuclear Society (ANS)
- Sir Robin Grimes, former Chief Scientific Adviser to both the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO)
- Yves Bréchet, former High Commissioner for Atomic Energy, France, State Atomic Energy Commission (CEA)
- Gillian Hirth, CEO, Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA)
- Shaun Jenkinson, CEO, Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO)